Capital City Roots

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Capital City Roots FC — Des Moines, Iowa

Support the Roots

Capital City Roots FC is built by the community, for the community. Every home match is completely free to attend — no tickets, no cover, no barriers. Your support helps us keep it that way.

⚽We accept donations at every home match, at that match’s venue. Cash or digital — just walk up. Every dollar stays in Des Moines soccer.
General Club Support

Donate Directly to the Club

Send any amount via Venmo or Cash App. No processing fees. Every dollar goes straight to operations.

📄 Venmo

@CCRootsFC

Search @CCRootsFC in Venmo. Drop in whatever feels right — every amount helps.

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General club donation. Not tax-deductible.

💵 Cash App

$1Tir3dDad

Search $1Tir3dDad in Cash App. Drop in whatever feels right — every amount helps.

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General club donation. Not tax-deductible.

Transparency

Where Your Money Goes

We are not funded by a corporation. We are funded by people who believe in this club.

  • 🎈
    Practice Field Rentals
    Securing quality training facilities throughout the season.
  • 🚌
    Travel Expenses
    Away match transportation and logistics across the Midwest.
  • 🎘
    Matchday Operations
    Referee fees, field setup, staffing, and equipment for home matches.
  • 📄
    League Fees & Registration
    UPSL dues, player registrations, and compliance requirements.
  • 🥊
    Player Development
    Goalkeeper training, coaching resources, and player support.
  • 🎕
    Media & Streaming
    Live match streaming — free for every fan, every game.
⚽ Donate in Person

Fall 2026 Home Matches

All five home matches are confirmed for Fall 2026, every one a 5:00 PM Sunday kickoff. Donations are welcome at every match, and admission remains free.

Sept 13 — vs Ryogoku Academy — Trailridge School
Sept 27 — vs Club Atletico Omaha — Trailridge School
Oct 25 — vs Reapers FC — Waukee High School Stadium
Nov 8 — vs Heartland United FC — Waukee High School Stadium
Nov 15 — vs Omaha Street FC — Waukee High School Stadium

See the full schedule →

✅ IRS Recognized 501(c)(3)

Want a Tax Deduction?
Donate to Rising Roots Initiative

Rising Roots Initiative is a separate, fully recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded alongside Capital City Roots FC. Donations are tax-deductible and go toward youth programming, equipment access, and removing barriers that keep kids out of the game.

What this means for you: Donations to Rising Roots Initiative qualify as charitable contributions. You will receive documentation for your records. No hoops, no middleman.
Easiest Option — Instant Tax Receipt

Donate via Zeffy

100% free platform for nonprofits. Zero fees — every dollar reaches Rising Roots Initiative. Automatic tax receipt by email. No account required.

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Questions

Need Documentation?

Need a 501(c)(3) determination letter, donation receipt, or EIN for your records? Reach out and we will get it to you same day.

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Every Dollar Stays in Des Moines Soccer

Capital City Roots FC exists because people showed up. They volunteered, they donated, they told a friend, they brought their kids to a match. This club is not backed by investors or a corporate budget. It is backed by a community that decided to build something worth being proud of. Thank you for being part of it.