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Salinas Today
By the People, for the People
Salinas family donates $250,000 to soccer complex expansion
Donation aims to add 8 new fields and boost weekly visitors to 20,000 at Salinas Regional Soccer Complex.
Apr. 9, 2026 at 5:05pm
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A community-driven expansion of the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex aims to boost access and opportunities for local youth and families.Salinas TodayA Salinas family has donated $250,000 to help fund the expansion of the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex, which will add 8 new soccer fields to the existing 13 natural grass and 2 artificial turf fields. The goal is to increase the weekly visitor total from 11,000 to 20,000 through the expansion.
Why it matters
The Salinas Regional Soccer Complex is a key community asset, providing year-round access to soccer for local residents. This donation will help expand playing opportunities and access, especially for youth in the area.
The details
The $250,000 donation from a local Salinas family will go towards the construction of 8 new soccer fields at the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex. The complex is operated by the Salinas Regional Sports Authority, a non-profit organization. The new fields will complement the existing 13 natural grass and 2 artificial turf fields, with the goal of increasing the weekly visitor total from 11,000 to 20,000.
- The Salinas Regional Sports Authority announced the $250,000 donation on April 9, 2026.
The players
Salinas Regional Sports Authority
A non-profit organization responsible for operating the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex.
Catherine Kobrinsky Evans
Vice President of the Salinas Regional Sports Authority.
Taylor Farms
A company that has partnered with the Salinas Regional Sports Authority on a fundraising campaign to support the soccer complex expansion.
What they’re saying
“When Taylor Farms stepped forward, it resonated deeply with us and made clear that this is a defining opportunity to lead and invest in a way that reflects what this community deserves.”
— Catherine Kobrinsky Evans, Vice President, Salinas Regional Sports Authority
What’s next
The Salinas Regional Sports Authority plans to use the $250,000 donation, along with additional funds raised through their partnership with Taylor Farms, to begin construction on the 8 new soccer fields in the coming months.
The takeaway
This donation represents a significant investment in the Salinas community, expanding access to soccer and recreational opportunities for local residents. The partnership between the Salinas Regional Sports Authority and Taylor Farms highlights the importance of public-private collaboration in supporting community infrastructure and youth sports programs.
