Ocean Stars Youth Empowerment

Welcome to the heart of Ocean Stars Youth Empowerment (OSYE), a youth-led organization where the love for soccer intertwines with an unwavering commitment to community, personal growth, and positive transformation. Our story unfolds in the vibrant landscape of Portland, Oregon. It began in 2016 when a group of passionate young individuals, driven by a shared love for soccer and a deep concern for our community’s well-being, planted the seeds for what would blossom into the Ocean Stars Football Club (OSFC), a vital program under the OSYE umbrella.
In the face of the daunting challenges confronting the youth in Oregon, our visionary youth leaders didn’t just observe; they acted. Witnessing the subtle pull of negative influences leading friends down perilous paths of drugs, gangs, and destructive activities, the decision to establish OSFC was an act of resilience and hope. OSFC was more than a soccer team; it emerged as a close-knit family, a sanctuary meticulously crafted by youth leaders to captivate young minds in a wholesome and purposeful pursuit.
The narrative of OSYE is a rich tapestry woven with threads of empowerment, resilience, and an uplifting spirit of community, all led by the youth, for the youth. Beyond the boundaries of the soccer field, OSYE, as a youth-led non-profit organization, envisions a mission that transcends mere sportsmanship. We dedicate ourselves to nurturing future leaders and providing a positive haven for the vibrant energy of our youth. The formation of OSFC marked our initial deliberate stride toward creating a nurturing space where personal growth and camaraderie could flourish.
Ocean Stars Youth Empowerment stands as a beacon of hope, encapsulating the belief that unity and the transformative power of sport, guided by youth leaders, can forge a brighter future for Portland’s youth. The OSFC program within OSYE symbolizes more than just playing the beautiful game; it represents a holistic approach to community development, instilling enduring values that stretch far beyond the confines of the field.
We take pride in fostering partnerships with other community organizations, as we recognize that collaboration is the cornerstone of achieving our common goal – safeguarding the future of our kids now and tomorrow. Together, we unite in this inspiring journey where soccer, led by the youth for the youth, becomes a powerful tool for empowerment. Ocean Stars Youth Empowerment beckons as a catalyst for positive change, inviting you to join us in scripting a narrative of inspiration and growth that resonates far beyond our web pages. Welcome to a community where the love for soccer, driven by youth leaders, lays the foundation for a brighter, more promising tomorrow, achieved through the collective efforts of a network committed to protecting our kids’ future.