Turning Dreams Into Reality, One Child at a Time
At Express Foundation, every success story begins with a spark of talent and a belief that opportunity should never be limited by background. Our impact can be felt in lives that have been transformed; from vulnerable youth who receive full sponsorships, to girls who reclaim their future through safe spaces, to alumni who rise to national and international stages.
These stories are more than achievements on the pitch. They are journeys of resilience, mentorship, and hope. They show how sport can break barriers, open doors to education, and create livelihoods that last a lifetime.
One of the strongest success stories is the rise of Job Nguono Ochieng, an Express Sports alumnus who:
- Progressed through the Express Soccer Academy system
- Earned a 2025 call-up to the Harambee Stars
- Secured a position with Real Sociedad B in Spain
This demonstrates the academy’s ability to produce athletes who reach elite professional levels.
Through the Soccer for Development program, Express Sports has:
- Identified and fully sponsored 40+ talented but vulnerable boys and girls
- Provided full kits, boots, meals, transport, and tuition support
- Ensured these youth remain in school while pursuing elite football training
This is a major social-impact success story showing real transformation.
Express Foundation has consistently delivered world-class exposure for its players:
- Participation in the Bolton International Cup (2015)
- Training camps at Manchester City and Bolton Wanderers
- Visits to iconic stadiums: Arsenal, Manchester United, Liverpool (Anfield), Ajax’s Johan Cruijff Arena
- Successful 2025 Spain Football Camp
- Upcoming 2026 Berlin Tour with direct Bundesliga scouting access
These experiences elevate players’ confidence, skill, and global readiness.
Express Foundation founded and runs the Raising Stars Junior League (RSJL), now:
- One of Kenya’s largest year-round youth leagues
- Providing weekly competitive matches
- Serving as a major scouting hub for elite talent
This is a structural success story; we built a national platform from scratch.
The Girls’ Program has:
- Created safe, girls-only leagues and mentorship circles
- Addressed issues like self-esteem, reproductive health, and leadership
- Connected girls with female role models and mentors
- Enabled young mothers to return to play through the Safe Space framework
This is a powerful gender-inclusion success story.
Express Foundation has:
- Trained and certified young coaches (ages 16–25)
- Supported youth to obtain CAF D Licenses
- Created immediate employment opportunities within the sports sector
This is a direct economic empowerment success story.
The organization has:
- Facilitated academic and athletic scholarships for top performers
- Supported tuition fees to keep players in school
- Built a pipeline to US colleges (NCAA/NAIA) and local universities
This is a long-term success story of education and opportunity.
Express Foundation has integrated social responsibility into its programs:
- Tree planting and environmental conservation
- Drug abuse prevention and HIV/AIDS awareness
- Leadership bootcamps and mentorship circles
These initiatives show success in shaping responsible, socially aware youth.
