Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation Announces Multi-Year Investment in Project GOAL Mini-Pitch Program for Pawtucket and Woonsocket
Long-term commitment will expand youth access to soccer as Rhode Island prepares for the World Cup Summer of Soccer
WEST WARWICK, R.I. (March 26,2026)— The Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation today announced a significant, multi‑year investment in Project GOAL Inc., supporting the construction of two double mini‑pitch soccer courts in Pawtucket and Woonsocket. The investment reflects Centreville Bank’s continued growth in the Blackstone Valley and its long‑standing commitment to youth‑focused initiatives that strengthen the communities it serves.
Developed in partnership with Project GOAL and the U.S. Soccer Foundation, the mini‑pitches will bring high‑quality, accessible playing spaces directly into neighborhood settings, creating opportunities for young people to play, train, and connect close to home. As part of the multi‑year commitment, Centreville Bank will be featured at the center of each court, reinforcing the Charitable Foundation’s long‑term presence and sustained investment in these communities.
Mini‑pitches are designed to reduce barriers to participation by offering safe, durable, and welcoming spaces for youth activity. Beyond the game itself, the courts will serve as gathering places that promote physical wellness, teamwork, and positive community engagement.
“This investment reflects how we think about our role as a community bank,” said Hal Horvat, President, CEO, and Chairman of the Board of Centreville Bank. “In partnership with Project GOAL, we’re making a long‑term commitment to neighborhoods, to young people, and to places where opportunity can grow over time. These mini‑pitches will bring people together, and we’re proud to be part of something that will have lasting impact in Pawtucket and Woonsocket.”
The initiative connects to the growing national momentum around the FIFA World Cup, as the United States prepares for a World Cup Summer of Soccer. By investing locally in infrastructure that encourages participation and inclusion, Centreville Bank and Project GOAL are ensuring that the global excitement surrounding the sport translates into lasting community impact in Rhode Island.
"Centreville Bank’s generous support is a game changer for the youth of Pawtucket and Woonsocket,” said Darius Shizradi, Executive Director and Co-Founder, Project GOAL Inc. “By funding these mini-pitch futsal courts and the Project GOAL program, they are bridging the gap between the pitch and the classroom—ensuring our students have the tools to succeed academically and the spaces they need to thrive athletically. We are excited for Centreville Bank’s partnership and creation of a lasting impact and legacy during this incredible summer of soccer in the ocean state.”
Municipal leaders welcomed the investment and highlighted its significance for their cities.
“We are incredibly grateful to Centreville Bank for their continued investment in the City of Pawtucket and for helping make these new mini pitches a reality in partnership with Project GOAL,” said Mayor Donald R. Grebien, City of Pawtucket. “As we look ahead to the excitement of the upcoming FIFA World Cup, this project reflects the very best of what community partnership can achieve, creating safe, accessible spaces where our young people can play, grow, and be inspired. Centreville Bank continues to set the standard as an exceptional corporate citizen, and we are proud to work alongside them and Project GOAL to strengthen opportunities for families across Pawtucket.”
“Woonsocket is proud to serve as a host community for this exciting investment in our youth and neighborhoods,” said Christopher Beauchamp, Mayor of Woonsocket. “Our partnership with the Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation and Project GOAL reflects a shared commitment to creating opportunities for young people to stay active, build confidence, and connect through sport. As the momentum of the World Cup Summer of Soccer inspires communities across the country, initiatives like the mini pitch program—and the addition of a new double mini pitch court right here in Woonsocket—help ensure our youth are part of something bigger, right in their own backyard.”
Construction of the mini‑pitches is scheduled to take place over the next two months. An official opening‑day celebration and public reveal of the completed courts will be announced later this spring, bringing together community members, youth participants, and project partners to mark the launch of these new neighborhood assets.
About The Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation
The Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation was established as a nonprofit charitable organization in 2008 by the Board of Trustees to further the philanthropic mission of Centreville Bank. The Foundation strives to support local community-based organizations tackling the most significant challenges and helping to meet the needs of underserved populations throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island. Grants are considered on a quarterly basis focusing on the following priority areas: education success, economic security, and capacity building. For more information, please visit www.centrevillebank.com/Community.
About Centreville Bank
Founded in 1828 and headquartered in West Warwick, Rhode Island, Centreville Bank is a full-service mutual bank with over $3.0 billion in assets and 25 locations throughout Rhode Island and eastern Connecticut. Centreville understands the unique financial needs of individuals, families and businesses and offers a wide range of personal banking and commercial banking products and services including checking accounts, savings accounts, CDs, money market accounts, mortgages, business loans and more. Centreville is committed to its employees and the communities it serves, always striving to help people make progress and achieve their financial goals. That is progress on purpose. Visit centrevillebank.com, follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram, or come into a branch or office to learn more.
About PROJECT, Goal, Inc: Project Goal is a community-based not-for-profit organization that provides coeducational, academic responsibility tutoring and mentoring programs for students where they close the achievement gap through the reward of soccer. Project Goal serves as a leading organization in the "Soccer for Good" space to accelerate academic proficiency for students by facilitating up to 90 minutes two times a week of math and reading instruction and tutoring support followed by an additional 90 minutes of enriching experience on the soccer field where students build confidence, courage, and foster a deep sense of academic achievement and responsibility. The program fosters academic and social accountability and responsibility ultimately defining and producing compassionate and conscious community members.
Developed in partnership with Project GOAL and the U.S. Soccer Foundation, the mini‑pitches will bring high‑quality, accessible playing spaces directly into neighborhood settings, creating opportunities for young people to play, train, and connect close to home. As part of the multi‑year commitment, Centreville Bank will be featured at the center of each court, reinforcing the Charitable Foundation’s long‑term presence and sustained investment in these communities.
Mini‑pitches are designed to reduce barriers to participation by offering safe, durable, and welcoming spaces for youth activity. Beyond the game itself, the courts will serve as gathering places that promote physical wellness, teamwork, and positive community engagement.
“This investment reflects how we think about our role as a community bank,” said Hal Horvat, President, CEO, and Chairman of the Board of Centreville Bank. “In partnership with Project GOAL, we’re making a long‑term commitment to neighborhoods, to young people, and to places where opportunity can grow over time. These mini‑pitches will bring people together, and we’re proud to be part of something that will have lasting impact in Pawtucket and Woonsocket.”
The initiative connects to the growing national momentum around the FIFA World Cup, as the United States prepares for a World Cup Summer of Soccer. By investing locally in infrastructure that encourages participation and inclusion, Centreville Bank and Project GOAL are ensuring that the global excitement surrounding the sport translates into lasting community impact in Rhode Island.
"Centreville Bank’s generous support is a game changer for the youth of Pawtucket and Woonsocket,” said Darius Shizradi, Executive Director and Co-Founder, Project GOAL Inc. “By funding these mini-pitch futsal courts and the Project GOAL program, they are bridging the gap between the pitch and the classroom—ensuring our students have the tools to succeed academically and the spaces they need to thrive athletically. We are excited for Centreville Bank’s partnership and creation of a lasting impact and legacy during this incredible summer of soccer in the ocean state.”
Municipal leaders welcomed the investment and highlighted its significance for their cities.
“We are incredibly grateful to Centreville Bank for their continued investment in the City of Pawtucket and for helping make these new mini pitches a reality in partnership with Project GOAL,” said Mayor Donald R. Grebien, City of Pawtucket. “As we look ahead to the excitement of the upcoming FIFA World Cup, this project reflects the very best of what community partnership can achieve, creating safe, accessible spaces where our young people can play, grow, and be inspired. Centreville Bank continues to set the standard as an exceptional corporate citizen, and we are proud to work alongside them and Project GOAL to strengthen opportunities for families across Pawtucket.”
“Woonsocket is proud to serve as a host community for this exciting investment in our youth and neighborhoods,” said Christopher Beauchamp, Mayor of Woonsocket. “Our partnership with the Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation and Project GOAL reflects a shared commitment to creating opportunities for young people to stay active, build confidence, and connect through sport. As the momentum of the World Cup Summer of Soccer inspires communities across the country, initiatives like the mini pitch program—and the addition of a new double mini pitch court right here in Woonsocket—help ensure our youth are part of something bigger, right in their own backyard.”
Construction of the mini‑pitches is scheduled to take place over the next two months. An official opening‑day celebration and public reveal of the completed courts will be announced later this spring, bringing together community members, youth participants, and project partners to mark the launch of these new neighborhood assets.
About The Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation
The Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation was established as a nonprofit charitable organization in 2008 by the Board of Trustees to further the philanthropic mission of Centreville Bank. The Foundation strives to support local community-based organizations tackling the most significant challenges and helping to meet the needs of underserved populations throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island. Grants are considered on a quarterly basis focusing on the following priority areas: education success, economic security, and capacity building. For more information, please visit www.centrevillebank.com/Community.
About Centreville Bank
Founded in 1828 and headquartered in West Warwick, Rhode Island, Centreville Bank is a full-service mutual bank with over $3.0 billion in assets and 25 locations throughout Rhode Island and eastern Connecticut. Centreville understands the unique financial needs of individuals, families and businesses and offers a wide range of personal banking and commercial banking products and services including checking accounts, savings accounts, CDs, money market accounts, mortgages, business loans and more. Centreville is committed to its employees and the communities it serves, always striving to help people make progress and achieve their financial goals. That is progress on purpose. Visit centrevillebank.com, follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram, or come into a branch or office to learn more.
About PROJECT, Goal, Inc: Project Goal is a community-based not-for-profit organization that provides coeducational, academic responsibility tutoring and mentoring programs for students where they close the achievement gap through the reward of soccer. Project Goal serves as a leading organization in the "Soccer for Good" space to accelerate academic proficiency for students by facilitating up to 90 minutes two times a week of math and reading instruction and tutoring support followed by an additional 90 minutes of enriching experience on the soccer field where students build confidence, courage, and foster a deep sense of academic achievement and responsibility. The program fosters academic and social accountability and responsibility ultimately defining and producing compassionate and conscious community members.