FIFA announces launch of $50 M legacy fund aimed at supporting social programs worldwide

FIFA confirmed Wednesday the launch of a $50 million legacy fund, created in collaboration with Qatar "to have social impact across multiple regions for the first time."

"The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Legacy Fund is a landmark project that builds on the unprecedented impact of the tournament from a sustainability point of view," said FIFA President Gianni Infantino.

"FIFA is taking the concept of a legacy fund to the next level in terms of reach and impact by tackling key priorities such as refugees, occupational health, education, and football development," he added.

FIFA said in a statement that, in partnership with global organizations like the World Health Organization (WHO), World Trade Organization (WTO), and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, this initiative seeks to extend the legacy of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 beyond football.

It highlighted that the program aims to tackle critical global challenges, including refugee support, public health, education, and the development of football infrastructure, thereby contributing to meaningful social and economic progress worldwide.