Question 1

WHAT IS TRUTHFC'S (TFC) MISSION STATEMENT? WHAT ARE TFC'S VALUES?

Accepted Answer

Mission Statement:
"Sharing hope and love throughout the globe through the giving of soccer equipment"

Vision Statement:
"That through the sharing of hope and love, opportunities will be provided for people of all ages to feel empowered to change the world, live a hopeful life, and ultimately find the Truth found in Christ."

Values:
 • Sports as a tool for ministry
    • At the center of TFC's central mission is to use sports as a means to spread hope and love throughout the globe. TFC focuses on finding trips that aim to use sporting equipment to enhance their experience by connecting to others in a unique way and draw in those that may not have otherwise come.
 • Relationships as a part of transformation 
    • TFC believes that relationships are a key part to healthy growth and transformation. On all levels of our organizations we aim to have healthy and flourishing relationships with our partners, staff, volunteers, and out-of-country friends. When are relationships our flourshing it opens a safe place to provide transformation.
 • Generations as a tool for empowerment
    • TFC’s founder was 11 years old when she created TFC and 15 years old when it became a 501(c)3 non-profit. Because of this we believe that people of all ages have the ability to become world changers. This encourages us to have a  generational work environment, motivate young and old people to chase after their dreams, and empower others to live out the calling placed on their heart.
 • Christ as a center for Salvation 
    • ​While TFC does not directly preach the gospel, we aspire to be bridge builders. We hope that through TFC others will find the hope, love, and grace that can only come from Jesus Christ. The ministries we send equipment to are largely long-term missionary/ministry-based organizations.
 • ​Professionalism
    • ​TFC values a face of professionalism as it reaches a wide number of people all over the globe. The ways in which its employees and programs present themselves has a huge role in how TFC is perceived and who supports TFC.

Question 2

WHY IS THE NAME OF THE ORGANIZATION TRUTHFC? WHAT DOES IT MEAN?

Accepted Answer

TruthFC is a unique name that encompasses the values of TruthFC as a whole. While "FC" often stands for Futbol Club and stands out in the soccer community, the "FC" at the end of our name stands for Found in Christ. ​Thus making TFC's full name to be Truth Found in Christ.  TruthFC received its name because of how it combines the game of soccer and the ultimate truth that we believe can only be found in Christ.

Question 3

WHO FOUNDED TFC? HOW WAS TFC FOUNDED?

Accepted Answer

TruthFC was founded by an 11 year girl from Denver, CO. To read her story click HERE.(undefined)

Question 4

HOW DOES TRUTHFC APPROACH THE TOPIC OF "WHEN HELPING HURTS?""

Accepted Answer

TFC is very careful when evaluating the weight of how helping those in poverty can actually prove harmful. Each trip that TFC sends gear on is carefully evaluated and receives approval from the long-term organization being visited. This is to assure that TFC's involvement is truly beneficial. No two trips can be alike because each trip is very unique due to location and purpose. At times, TFC sees that it is more beneficial to provide a financial donation to purchase soccer equipment while in-country rather than simply ship soccer gear from the USA.

To learn more about how Helping Hurts, we recommend reading the book, When Helping Hurts by Steve Corbett & Brian Fikkert. Additional resources can be found at chalmers.org/(http://chalmers.org/)

Question 5

WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR TFC TO BE A BRIDGE BUILDER?

Accepted Answer

TFC desires to play the role of bridge building in bringing together people of other cultures through the game of soccer. TFC helps those who have a heart to give to change the life of someone they have never met. To learn more click HERE.(javascript:void(0))

Question 6

WHERE IS TFC LOCATED?

Accepted Answer

TFC's headquarters are located north of Denver, CO. Additionally, there is a North Atlanta, Georgia hub site.