“I’m excited to support their joint efforts in advancing youth soccer and wellness to raise a healthier generation,” the actress said
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Jennifer Garner
Jennifer Garner’s two organizations are joining forces to advocate for healthier lifestyles.
On June 18, Once Upon a Farm and Angel City Football Club (ACFC) announced that the organizations are teaming up to promote accessible, healthy eating for families and kids.
Garner — who joined the Once Upon a Farm team as co-founder in 2017 — is among some of the famous names who serve as co-owners and investors in the Angel City organization, the first female majority-owned women’s soccer team.
With this partnership, Once Upon a Farm and ACFC will dedicate 10% of their efforts to increase female and gender expansive athletes’ access to soccer programming. Additionally, Once Upon a Farm is also promising to supply the soccer organization’s young athletes with their nutritious snacks throughout the season.
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The multi-year partnership begins July 2024 and Garner calls it a “dream” that her two organizations are aligning.
“As one of Angel City’s early investors and biggest fans, l am proud of their mission to support healthy lifestyles for families and young athletes, which is an important foundation pillar at Once Upon a Farm,” the actress said in a statement. “Aligning these two powerful – and fun! – teams is a dream, and I’m excited to support their joint efforts in advancing youth soccer and wellness to raise a healthier generation – ready to play, learn and take the world by storm.”
“We are thrilled to embark on this partnership with Once Upon a Farm, a company that not only shares our passion for the community but also personifies the spirit of healthy living for the next generation,” added Julie Uhrman, ACFC co-founder and president. “Welcoming our wonderful investor and friend Jennifer Garner and her products to the business side of Angel City underscores our commitment to elevating the game and enriching the lives of our fans and players.”
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