The kindness and generosity of the Massachusetts Futsal community was evident in the aftermath of the January earthquake in Haiti. Through donations of almost entirely pocket change and small bills, MFA participants and staff raised more than $1,500.

In December, many players purchased exciting styles of headbands compression shorts, supporting the efforts of Halle Burns, who travels to one of the poorest areas of South Africa each year to personally help communities there.

This weekend Renee Dupre will be collecting donations to support her fundraising for the Susan Komen Walk for the Cure, which is a leader in the fight against breast cancer.

We will close out the 2009-10 seaso with the collection of used futsal and soccer gear -- shoes, shinguards, gloves, balls, etc. We will receive items at the Park School during March 20-21 and 27-28.

Click to learn more about Renee's and Halle's efforts.

There is only one indoor game approved by FIFA; and there is only one organization in New England sanctioned by FIFA and US Soccer.

Futsal allows players to improve their skills in a fun, safe environment. It facilitates far greater and more efficient skill development than any other variation of soccer. And it is largely a non-contact sport played without walls, boards or turf and officiated by professional, licensed and experienced futsal referees, so it's completely safe!