October was a month filled with connection, culture, and community. From supporting fire-affected neighborhoods in partnership with Lexus to empowering youth through soccer, STEM, and service, LAFC continued to show what it means to stand “Shoulder to Shoulder” across Los Angeles. Thank you to all our partners and participants who helped make this an unforgettable month both on and off the field.
In the wake of the devastating fires earlier this year, Lexus and LAFC united to support affected communities — giving back, uplifting others, and helping rebuild connections where they’re needed most.
Part 1: Pasadena – Villa Parke Community Center
As part of LAFC and Lexus’s efforts to support fire-affected communities, we visited the Villa Parke Community Center in Pasadena, where we donated soccer equipment and spent the afternoon with local youth. LAFC2 players joined and shared their experiences growing up in the game—encouraging young athletes to chase their dreams on and off the field.
Part 2: Palisades Charter High School – Boys & Girls Soccer Teams
Our next stop was Palisades Charter High School, where we provided new gear, including pinnies, soccer balls, an official goalpost, and met with both the Boys and Girls soccer teams. LAFC2 players connected personally with student-athletes by sharing their own paths to the pros and the values of perseverance and teamwork that helped them get where they are now.
Part 3: Match Day Experience
To celebrate these community connections, individuals from Villa Parke Community Center and Palisades Charter High School’s soccer teams were invited to a home match, where they received on-field recognition and proudly carried the LAFC crest pre-match.
Watch the full recap HERE.
LAFC hosted a panel with player Jeremy Ebobisse, Assistant General Manager Jordan Harvey, and Chief Brand Officer Rich Orosco on the importance of resilience in mental health, sports, and overcoming life’s challenges on and off the field. Thank you to our partners at the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. For more resources on mental health and well-being, call the LACDMH 24/7 Help Line at 800-854-7771.
To wrap up our first-ever MLS STEM Goals season, more than 75 students from across Los Angeles gathered at BMO Stadium for the LA Regional Tournament. Teams of two competed through four rounds of single-elimination play, showcasing their creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills in an exciting championship match.
LAFC captain Aaron Long joined to cheer on the students and share words of encouragement. He later reunited with the students at an LAFC home match for a suite experience and mid-game recognition.
A big thank you to our partners at Ticketmaster and Learn Fresh for helping make this inaugural season a success!
Check out the full recap HERE.
In partnership with BMO, and in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (CCAM), we welcomed 40 patients and families from Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern California (RMHCSC) to BMO Stadium for the match against Atlanta United. Guests received custom t-shirts and meal vouchers, carried the crest pre-match, and enjoyed an unforgettable post-match experience, where they met LAFC player, Son Heung-Min.
View the full recap HERE.
In partnership with BMO, Nicks Kids, and Evolution Physical Therapy, LAFC hosted a Youth Soccer Activation at Verbum Dei Jesuit High School in South Los Angeles. More than 60 student athletes (ages 11–17) participated in a morning of health education, soccer, and fun alongside their families and community members.
The event featured an interactive Q&A and training session led by Evolution Physical Therapy, focusing on injury prevention, warm-ups, and recovery, followed by Nicks Kids–led scrimmages. To close out the day, participants received BMO soccer balls, light snacks, and drinks, celebrating a successful day of learning and community connection through the game we love.
LAFC joined thousands of Angelenos at CicLAvia, celebrating community and connections with a group bike ride across Los Angeles. Fans stopped by the LAFC area to take photos and receive LAFC-branded giveaways. The day united supporters and community members of all ages, and showcased the power of being together, shoulder to shoulder.
In celebration of Filipino American History Month, we hosted a night of community and culture. The evening featured our Filipino Heritage Cultural Collection, a special screening of Between Two Worlds by Meg Reyes, and a powerful community panel around the intersection of culture and soccer.
As part of our LAFC Falcon Scholars Program, we welcomed a group of students from John Adams Middle School to BMO Stadium for a special behind-the-scenes experience. Students enjoyed an exclusive stadium tour, followed by a live Falcon Flight demonstration, and Q&A session with LAFC falconer Jason Miknuk, educating and allowing students to experience the Falcon, Olly, up close and personal, connecting the uniqueness our club carries between wildlife, science, and sports.
As part of our Volunteer Corp program, in partnership with Chick-Fil-A Southern California (CFA) and Call Jacob, LAFC volunteers spent the day with Higher Ground Youth & Family Services, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting youth and families across Orange County.
Volunteers led soccer drills, art activities, and painting projects, creating meaningful connections and memories with the kids. The day concluded with a shared lunch provided by CFA to celebrate teamwork, community, and the joy of giving back.
Football Meets Football Clinic with the Rams
LAFC teamed up with the Los Angeles Rams to host a special “Football Meets Football” youth clinic that brought together the best of both games. About 100 kids gathered for a high-energy afternoon of drills, skills, and teamwork, learning from both clubs’ coaches and community teams. The event highlighted the shared values of discipline, leadership, and fun and showed how football, in every form, brings Los Angeles together.
52nd Korean Parade
LAFC proudly joined the 52nd Los Angeles Korean Parade to celebrate the rich culture and vibrant spirit of the Korean community. LAFC2 players Marius Aiyenero and Sebastian Nava rode the LAFC parade truck, waved to fans, and joined in on the festivities. These players helped represent the club’s commitment to honoring and connecting with communities across Los Angeles. It was a joyful day of unity, pride, and energy in the heart of Koreatown.
