Published on May 20, 2026 under National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL)
Seattle Reign FC News Release
RENTON, WASH. – Seattle Reign FC, in partnership with RAVE Foundation, the Looking Out Foundation, Seattle Storm and Symetra, today announced a joint commitment to support the creation of bright and inviting play spaces at the new Mary’s Place campus in Burien, Washington, with construction currently underway and completion anticipated in 2027.
“Reign FC believes that play brings joy, and everyone, no matter their circumstances, should have the opportunity to experience it,” said Seattle Reign FC Chief Business Officer Maya Mendoza-Exstrom. “We are excited to partner with RAVE to serve the Mary’s Place community with new play spaces and programs that build community, health, belonging and joy. We are thrilled that our partner, Trupanion, will join us to support the wellness of all family members served by this incredible organization – pets included – and are thankful to be working alongside likeminded organizations in Looking Out Foundation, Seattle Storm and Symetra to serve our local community.”
The investment will fund the development of a soccer mini-pitch and a half basketball court, providing accessible recreational opportunities for families and youth served by Mary’s Place. The group is also committed to supporting programs that use sport and art to promote wellness, connection and community.
“Mary’s Place is grateful to our partners who care so deeply about the families we serve,” said Dominique Alex, Mary’s Place CEO. “Play gives children space to have fun, to heal, and to be kids as every kid deserves. These new spaces represent more than fields and courts; they represent opportunity. When families have access to joy, connection, and community, they are better able to stabilize and thrive.”
The play spaces will be part of Mary’s Place and Mercy Housing Northwest’s new campus in Burien, an innovative model designed to address family homelessness by combining emergency shelter and permanently affordable housing in one location. By co-locating shelter, housing and supportive services, the project creates a continuum of care that provides families an opportunity to transition from crisis to long-term stability within the same community.
This commitment builds on an ongoing collaboration between the organizations and reflects a shared investment in community-driven impact across the region. Through intentional programming and access to safe…