Vestavia Hills Soccer Club Announces 2025 Community Non-Profit Partner: STRIVE Birmingham

January 15, 2025

Empowering Futures: VHSC Partners with STRIVE Birmingham to Build Careers and Community

The Vestavia Hills Soccer Club (VHSC) is proud to announce STRIVE Birmingham (www.strive.org/birmingham) as its 2025 Community Non-Profit Partner. This year, STRIVE Birmingham takes the torch from My Sister’s Closet as the recipient of VHSC’s complimentary sponsorship initiative.


A national leader in workforce development, STRIVE was founded over 40 years ago in East Harlem, New York, and has since expanded its life-changing programs nationwide. STRIVE empowers individuals aged 18+—including those impacted by the justice system—by offering innovative career training and lifetime support that pave the way to meaningful employment and personal growth.


By bridging the skills gap and creating pathways to economic prosperity, STRIVE equips participants with the tools to achieve lasting career success. VHSC is thrilled to support STRIVE Birmingham’s impactful mission and welcome them into our soccer family.


Starting in June 2025, STRIVE will offer free career preparation classes for graduating seniors who may be uncertain about their next steps. Together, we are building a brighter future for our community.


Join us in celebrating this partnership and welcoming STRIVE Birmingham to the VHSC team!


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