About
A mission-driven soccer club
a mission-driven soccer club
that develops leaders
who serve
their city
and change
the world
EST. MMXIX
It all began with a willingness to make a difference. This willingness is at the heart of who we are. We continually make ourselves available to serve others locally and globally. Long before there was a global vision, there was a willingness to serve a local community; and that is just what we did.
A small group of people sacrificed to turn a piece of land at a church in St. Louis, MO into a soccer field that could be used to make an eternal impact. That small group of people enlisted coaches who made themselves available to love and serve youth players and their families.
Opportunities arose throughout the city to serve refugees through weekly neighborhood outreach and professional players through chaplaincy meetings. Soon we found ourselves sending players and coaches overseas on missions experiences. Little did we know at that time that what was happening in St. Louis would become a model for transformation in cities everywhere.
All because of a willingness to make a difference.
A small group of people sacrificed to turn a piece of land at a church in St. Louis, MO into a soccer field that could be used to make an eternal impact. That small group of people enlisted coaches who made themselves available to love and serve youth players and their families.
Opportunities arose throughout the city to serve refugees through weekly neighborhood outreach and professional players through chaplaincy meetings. Soon we found ourselves sending players and coaches overseas on missions experiences. Little did we know at that time that what was happening in St. Louis would become a model for transformation in cities everywhere.
All because of a willingness to make a difference.
OUR MISSION
To make an eternal impact on the soccer culture in cities everywhere.
OUR VISION
To see today’s players become tomorrow’s leaders who serve their city and change the world.
HOW WE DO IT
Impact City FC programs strategically engage professional, youth, and grassroots players in each city.
We place and train chaplains at local professional teams that provide environments for players to be cared for in difficult times, find wisdom for daily life, ask spiritual questions, grow in their faith, and serve the world.
Our club teams compete in the highest levels of youth soccer across the country. Impact City FC’s licensed Christian coaches deliver our age appropriate soccer curriculum and spiritual leadership training to the next generation.
CityReach provides high quality free programming for underserved communities in urban areas. Our grassroots approach provides accessibility and opportunities for children to play in a safe and supportive environment that points them to Jesus, teaches valuable life skills, and promotes an active lifestyle.
Missions Experiences give players and coaches from our programs a chance to use their gifts and talents to serve others outside of their normal context. So often, this change of place and pace provides an entirely different perspective for their future. From South America to the South Pacific, we send them out to the ends of the earth to love those who are hurting and in need.
In response to the growing need for more workers, we have curated the world’s best instructors to create a nationally recognized online certification course. The course is designed to train others how to develop world changing leaders from the professional to grassroots level through the game of soccer.
WHERE WE DO IT
We currently serve 6 cities across the country through our staff of 15+ full and part-time employees, reaching over 2,500 players
IMPACT STORIES
The proof is in the pudding.
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HEADQUARTERS STAFF
A team dedicated to loving and serving through the game of soccer
Aaron DeLoach
President
Out of college Aaron signed a professional soccer contract with the Charlotte Eagles of the USL. During his playing career his heart for people moved him to action in the philanthropic world where he developed an inner-city soccer ministry, served as the chairman of the board for a local non-profit, and traveled extensively across the world transforming lives through the universal language of soccer.
Since that time Aaron has held coaching positions at Florida Atlantic University, Palm Beach Atlantic University and Southwestern Assemblies of God University. Prior to founding Impact City FC he spent a decade pastoring in the local church. Aaron is the author of Today vol. 1 and holds a Masters in Theological Studies from Liberty University. He and his wife Lauryn have three kids and reside in South Florida.
Since that time Aaron has held coaching positions at Florida Atlantic University, Palm Beach Atlantic University and Southwestern Assemblies of God University. Prior to founding Impact City FC he spent a decade pastoring in the local church. Aaron is the author of Today vol. 1 and holds a Masters in Theological Studies from Liberty University. He and his wife Lauryn have three kids and reside in South Florida.
Jean-Marc Alexandre
Sporting Director
Jean had a decorated soccer career spanning over a decade, where he won the MLS cup, captained the Haitian National Team, and played for the likes of Real Salt Lake, San Jose Earthquakes, Orlando City, and the top divisions of Malaysia and Taiwan. After his retirement, he jumped into coaching at the MLS next level with South Florida Football Academy. He has since joined our staff full-time, aiming to enhance our soccer and ministry product and expand our player pathway and reach both nationally and internationally.
Jean has a sincere heart for people and believes his calling is to maximize the God-given potential of others through the game of soccer. He is currently getting his USSF A license and is specially positioned to help our national technical staff embody exceptional care and remarkable quality.
Jean loves traveling, hosting, and spending time with his family. He lives with his wife, Karen, and their two children, Charlotte and Olivia in Florida.
Jean has a sincere heart for people and believes his calling is to maximize the God-given potential of others through the game of soccer. He is currently getting his USSF A license and is specially positioned to help our national technical staff embody exceptional care and remarkable quality.
Jean loves traveling, hosting, and spending time with his family. He lives with his wife, Karen, and their two children, Charlotte and Olivia in Florida.
Renée Miller
Operations Director
Renée teamed up with Impact City FC in 2022 starting as executive assistant and transitioning to Operations Director in 2023. Before working with Impact City FC, Renée left her career in finance and investments to help businesses and organizations grow and develop systems that last. She's worked with clients in insurance, non-profits, construction, and more for over a decade, always finding ways to organize chaos, develop systems, and create solutions.
Renée's faith in Jesus is the cornerstone of her work, guiding her decisions and actions and creating a life rooted in scripture and authenticity. Renée’s commitment to integrity and transparency creates a culture of trust and respect within the organization, always seeking to uplift and empower the teams she serves. Renée lives in South Florida with her family and enjoys sun, sand, and singing.
Renée's faith in Jesus is the cornerstone of her work, guiding her decisions and actions and creating a life rooted in scripture and authenticity. Renée’s commitment to integrity and transparency creates a culture of trust and respect within the organization, always seeking to uplift and empower the teams she serves. Renée lives in South Florida with her family and enjoys sun, sand, and singing.
Luke Marchesani
Marketing Director
Luke grew up playing soccer his whole life, playing for the Colorado Rapids Academy and going on to have a fruitful college career. He received a Master’s of arts in Ministerial Leadership from Southeastern University, while working as a graphic designer for their Marketing Department. Throughout this time he was continuing to discover and develop his passion for design and creativity and now uses those skills to help Impact City FC tell their story.
Luke loves proclaiming the story of the gospel in any way he can and seeing those around him touched by the beauty of who God is. He currently resides in West Palm Beach, Florida, enjoys a nice game of tennis, and can be found snapping photos of local attractions in his free time.
Luke loves proclaiming the story of the gospel in any way he can and seeing those around him touched by the beauty of who God is. He currently resides in West Palm Beach, Florida, enjoys a nice game of tennis, and can be found snapping photos of local attractions in his free time.
Jaelene Daniels
Development Director
Jaelene Daniels serves as our Development Director. She had a decorated soccer career, being drafted as the 7th overall pick in the NWSL, playing 7 seasons, finishing as a three-time NWSL champion, while also garnering 8 United States Women’s National Team Caps over 3 years. Perhaps one of her greatest accomplishments was being ranked in the top 100 women’s soccer players in the world.
More than that though, she has a massive heart to use the game that changed her life as a tool to reach the next generation. As the Development Director, she oversees our initiative to build a home-field in every ICFC location across the country, and seeks to build relationships with those looking to advance the kingdom through soccer.
More than that though, she has a massive heart to use the game that changed her life as a tool to reach the next generation. As the Development Director, she oversees our initiative to build a home-field in every ICFC location across the country, and seeks to build relationships with those looking to advance the kingdom through soccer.
