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Washington, D.C. (07/30/2026) — The Washington Spirit today announced a new multi-year partnership with Children’s National, naming the region’s pediatric health system as a Pediatric Partner in a collaboration focused on advancing children’s health, strengthening community connections and inspiring the next generation through the power of women’s soccer.
The partnership reflects both organizations’ shared commitment to supporting children and families across the DC region while elevating women’s sports and promoting healthy, active lifestyles. Throughout the partnership, the Washington Spirit and Children’s National will collaborate on community initiatives, patient experiences, player hospital visits and family-focused events that create meaningful connections beyond the soccer field.
“Our community is incredibly important to us, so partnering with an organization that has been there for so many kids and families in the DMV is a fantastic opportunity,” said Washington Spirit CEO Kim Stone. “Children’s National is the perfect partner to help us turn our platform into real impact for the next generation, exactly the kind of relationship our organization wants to build.”
The partnership officially kicks off this Sunday, August 2, when Children’s National will serve as a Supporting Partner of the Spirit’s Cancer Awareness Day match against San Diego Wave FC at Audi Field. The match will welcome Children’s National patients, families and pediatric cancer survivors for a special day of celebration and recognition. As part of the matchday experience, one Children’s National cancer patient will serve as the game’s honorary ambassador, participating in the pregame ceremony, walking onto the field with the Washington Spirit during player introductions and ringing the bell at halftime.
“It’s exciting to be a Proud Pediatric Partner of the Washington Spirit. This collaboration brings together our shared dedication to helping children thrive, supporting families and creating stronger, healthier communities,” said Michelle Riley-Brown, MHA, FACHE, President and CEO, Children’s National. “By combining the reach and inspiration of women’s sports with our mission to advance pediatric health, we have an incredible opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people throughout our region.”
During the season, Children’s National will execute a strategic marketing campaign, leveraging in-stadium branding and digital signage at Audi Field, game day experiences, community initiatives and special player visits – all focused on enhancing children’s health and well-being.
About the Washington Spirit
The Washington Spirit is the premier professional women’s soccer team based in Washington, D.C. and plays at Audi Field in Buzzard Point. The Spirit was founded on November 21, 2012 and is an inaugural member of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) the fastest growing sports league in the US. The club is home to some of the best players in the world who have won championships for bot club and country. For more information about the Spirit, visit WashingtonSpirit.com and follow the club on X, Instagram and Facebook.
About Children’s National
For 155 years, Children’s National in Washington, D.C., has delivered expert pediatric care at every milestone. As the region’s only standalone children’s hospital, kids have been the center of its mission since 1870. Today, it is one of the top 10 children’s hospitals in the nation and ranked in all specialties evaluated by U.S. News & World Report. Children’s National is transforming pediatric medicine for all children. The Children’s National Research & Innovation Campus opened in 2021, a first-of-its-kind pediatric hub dedicated to developing new and better ways to care for kids. Children’s National has been designated four times in a row as a Magnet® hospital, demonstrating the highest standards of nursing and patient care delivery. This pediatric academic health system offers expert care through a convenient, community-based primary care network and specialty care locations in the D.C. metropolitan area, including Maryland and Virginia. Children’s National is home to the Children’s National Research Institute and Sheikh Zayed Institute for Pediatric Surgical Innovation. It is recognized for its expertise and innovation in pediatric care and as a strong voice for children through advocacy at the local, regional and national levels. In 1987, Children’s National founded Safe Kids Worldwide, a non-profit dedicated to reducing unintentional injuries among children through comprehensive national and global education, research and advocacy. As a non-profit, Children’s National relies on generous donors to help ensure that every child receives the care they need.
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