Arsenal Fans Across America Unite for Charity Event

ArsenalVision Podcast and Arsenal America organize nationwide watch parties to raise funds for Save the Children's refugee programs.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 8:05pm

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The ArsenalVision Podcast LLC has announced Arsenal Across America 2026, a nationwide event on April 25, 2026 that will bring together Arsenal Football Club supporters across the United States. The event will feature watch parties hosted by local Arsenal America branches, a live podcast recording, and a fundraising campaign to benefit the Arsenal Foundation's 'Coaching for Life' program supporting child refugees in Jordan's Za'atari camp.

Why it matters

This event celebrates the passion and community of Arsenal supporters in America while also leveraging their collective power to make a positive social impact. The fundraising will support critical programs for vulnerable refugee children, using football as a tool to build resilience and provide safe spaces.

The details

The main event will take place at Franklin Hall in Washington, D.C. and include a live recording of The ArsenalVision Podcast with special guests. Arsenal America branches nationwide will host simultaneous watch parties for the Arsenal vs. Newcastle Premier League match. The month-long fundraising campaign aims to continue the podcast's tradition of combining football fandom with humanitarian efforts, having raised over $1.5 million for the Arsenal Foundation in recent years.

  • The Arsenal Across America 2026 event will take place on April 25, 2026.
  • The fundraising campaign will run throughout the month of April 2026.

The players

ArsenalVision Podcast LLC

The organization behind the popular ArsenalVision Podcast, which provides in-depth discussion and analysis of Arsenal Football Club.

Arsenal America

A nationwide network of Arsenal Football Club supporter groups that has facilitated local, regional, and national community engagement since 2001.

The Arsenal Foundation

The charitable arm of Arsenal Football Club, which uses the power of football to support programs that create positive social impact.

Save the Children

An international non-profit organization that provides humanitarian aid to children in developing countries and areas affected by emergencies.

Za'atari Refugee Camp

A refugee camp in Jordan that houses over 80,000 displaced people, including 40,000 children, who face challenges such as gender-based violence, child labor, and child marriage.

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What they’re saying

“We are so fortunate to have such a supportive and generous Arsenal community in this country. This is our chance to help foster some much needed unity and show our appreciation.”

— Elliot Smith, Co-host of The ArsenalVision Podcast

“The pitches we built in Za'atari are not only places to enjoy football, but they are important spaces where trust is built, opportunities are provided, and belonging is delivered.”

— Freddy Hudson, Director of the Arsenal Foundation

“This fundraiser perfectly aligns with Arsenal America's mission that has guided us since 2001. We started as a group of friends meeting to watch matches and have grown to encompass nearly a hundred branches and thousands of members nationwide. That 'group of friends, gathering to support' mantra remains at the core of our vision. This event exemplifies how we facilitate a local, regional, and national Arsenal community where all are welcome while supporting a cause that matters.”

— Michael Feinberg, Arsenal America

What’s next

The fundraising campaign will run throughout April 2026, culminating in the Arsenal Across America 2026 event on April 25th.

The takeaway

This event showcases the power of passionate sports fans to come together and make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children. By combining their love of Arsenal Football Club with charitable giving, the American supporter community is setting an inspiring example of how fan engagement can drive positive social impact.