The Omaha Sister Cities Association (OSCA) is proud to announce that proceeds from its recent World Cup Watch Party have been donated to the Great Padua Football Academy in Jamestown, Ghana, reinforcing the organization's commitment to fostering international friendships through sports, education, and cultural exchange.

The World Cup Watch Party brought together community members and supporters from across Omaha to celebrate the global spirit of the game while raising funds for a meaningful cause. The event highlighted soccer's unique ability to unite people across cultures and borders.

The $1,000 donation will help support the Great Padua Football Academy's mission of providing young athletes with access to quality coaching, equipment, training opportunities, and mentorship. The academy uses soccer as a platform to develop leadership, discipline, teamwork, and educational opportunities for youth in the Jamestown community.

"One of the core missions of Omaha Sister Cities is building meaningful relationships that create lasting opportunities," said Sue Leuschen, chair of the OSCA Community Engagement Committee. "We are honored that the success of our World Cup Watch Party will directly benefit the young athletes at Great Padua Football Academy.”

The initiative represents more than a financial contribution, it is a symbol of the friendship and goodwill that Sister Cities programs strive to build with our sister cities around the world. Through events like the World Cup Watch Party, OSCA continues to connect Omaha with the global community while supporting educational, cultural, and humanitarian initiatives that promote understanding and cooperation across borders.