Johan Cruyff Foundation

The Johan Cruyff Foundation supports and develops impactful sports and play projects all around the world. We focus on children and youngsters for whom sport  isn’t a guaranteed part of their lives. We put this into practice by sports projects for children with special needs,  by setting up outdoor sports facilities in deprived areas and social sports programs. Through these actions we create space.  

Space to grow. Space to make friends. Space to improve both their physical and mental health.  

Space to become who they are.  

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Sports projects for children with special needs

We support and develop sport projects for children with special needs.
Projecten 1

Setting up outdoor sports facilities

We create space for children in deprived areas though our projects (Special) Cruyff Courts and Schoolyard14.
Projecten 2

Social sports programs

We empower youth through our programs and events like Heroes of the Cruyff Courts and the Streetwise Cup.
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Esther Vergeer

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Marlou van Rhijn

Carles Puyol

Frank Rijkaard

Wesley Sneijder

Xavi Hernández

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First Cruyff Courts in France opened in Paris!

On February 26, 2025, the Johan Cruyff Foundation, in collaboration with Action, officially opened the very first Cruyff Courts in France. A milestone in our mission to provide children worldwide with the space to play, sport and develop.

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Cruyff Courts in the city of the Games!

Since 2012, the Cruyff Foundation has been creating Special Cruyff Courts in the cities hosting the Paralympic Summer Games. These courts are specially designed for children with special needs, promoting equal access to sports for all and raising awareness of the importance of inclusive play.

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Bonaire: new special Cruyff Court!

With a symbolic penalty, Cruyff Court Ban Hasi Sport was officially opened. Thanks to the Cruyff Court, Bonaire has gained an inclusive sports facility. Local residents, clients, partners, and even State Secretary Vincent Karremans were present to celebrate this special moment together. 

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Equal opportunities for girls

Diversity, equality, and inclusion are the foundation of a strong society. That’s why we work to make sports more equal for boys and girls. We organise special activities for girls and promote female role models. Every step helps create a place where everyone feels welcome.

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Cruyff Foundation Conference

Equal opportunities for all children while playing outside are unfortunately not yet a given, even though it is so important for their development. Today, at the first Cruyff Foundation Conference, we explored this important theme with sports professionals.

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Upcoming events

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Special Cruyff Court Special Cruyff Court
Schoolyard 14 Schoolyard 14