Sierra Nevada FC hosts police vs. fire charity game for NNCCF

The annual 'Goals for Hope' event returns to raise money for the Northern Nevada Children's Cancer Foundation.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 5:21pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a soccer match between firefighters and police officers, with the players and field broken down into sharp, overlapping planes of bright primary colors.A charity soccer match between first responders showcases the community's shared passion for sports and giving back.Reno Today

The Sierra Nevada Football Club is hosting its second annual 'Goals for Hope' charity soccer game this Saturday, April 18, at Mackay Stadium in Reno, Nevada. The event will feature a friendly match between local firefighters and law enforcement, with all proceeds going to benefit the Northern Nevada Children's Cancer Foundation (NNCCF).

Why it matters

The 'Goals for Hope' game is an important community event that brings together first responders and the public to raise funds for a worthy cause - supporting children and families affected by cancer in Northern Nevada. The event highlights the spirit of cooperation and goodwill between different civic organizations.

The details

The event will kick off with a soccer clinic at 4:30 p.m., followed by the main match between the firefighters and police at 5 p.m. Tiffany Kress, the community relations manager for NNCCF, and Nisha Hallert, the vice president of Sierra Nevada FC, are encouraging the community to come out and support the game.

  • The 'Goals for Hope' charity soccer game will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
  • The soccer clinic will begin at 4:30 p.m., with the main match starting at 5 p.m.

The players

Tiffany Kress

The community relations manager for the Northern Nevada Children's Cancer Foundation.

Nisha Hallert

The vice president of the Sierra Nevada Football Club.

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What they’re saying

“The 'Goals for Hope' game is an important community event that brings together first responders and the public to raise funds for a worthy cause - supporting children and families affected by cancer in Northern Nevada.”

— Tiffany Kress, Community Relations Manager, Northern Nevada Children's Cancer Foundation

“We're encouraging the community to come out and support the game.”

— Nisha Hallert, Vice President, Sierra Nevada Football Club

What’s next

The Sierra Nevada Football Club is hoping for a large turnout at the 'Goals for Hope' event to maximize the fundraising efforts for the Northern Nevada Children's Cancer Foundation.

The takeaway

The 'Goals for Hope' charity soccer game is a heartwarming example of how sports can bring a community together to support a worthy cause. By pitting local firefighters against police officers in a friendly match, the event fosters camaraderie and goodwill while raising critical funds for children and families affected by cancer.