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About Football Junction Foundation

Football Junction Foundation is a distinguished Section 8 non-profit organization, registered with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs in India. Our foundation is committed to the holistic development and promotion of football nationwide. While our dedication to the sport remains at the forefront, our vision extends beyond the boundaries of the football field. We are equally devoted to promoting impactful health, education, and skill development programs to uplift and empower communities across the country.

The foundation operates with a clear mission: to transform the landscape of Indian football by nurturing talent from the grassroots level and providing comprehensive support systems that ensure sustained growth. Our operational strategy is not limited to the sport alone but encompasses a broader societal impact, including job creation, educational outreach, and environmental sustainability.

Guided by eminent mentors and industry leaders, Football Junction Foundation aims to uplift communities, promote health, and drive positive societal change through football. Together, we aim to build a future where football serves as a catalyst for the development of individuals and communities.

Our Team

Football Development

Sanjoy Sen

An AFC Pro Licensed coach, Sanjoy Sen is a veteran football coach with over 25 years of experience. Lately, Mr. Sen won the Santosh Trophy for Bengal. Earlier, he had managed several top-tier football clubs in India, including Mohun Bagan, where he led the team to victories in the I-League and Federation Cup. His strategic insights and leadership in football coaching are invaluable to our grassroots and professional training programs.

Soumitra Chakraborty

A creative midfielder who played for Mohun Bagan and East Bengal, Mr. Soumitra Chakraborty is now a popular football expert and commentator on national sports television. Renowned for his excellent match analysis, Soumitra has transitioned into a mentor role, contributing significantly to youth development programs in football.

Arnab Mondal

A former Indian national team defender, Arnab Mondal served Indian football with distinction over a long career. He also captained East Bengal. His experience as a stalwart defender and his dedication to nurturing young talent are crucial to our foundation’s objectives, ensuring that our training programmes meet the highest standards of professional football.

Anik Mitra

Director, Football Junction Foundation

Anik Mitra, Director of Football Junction Foundation, brings over 15 years of expertise in sports content production. With a career spanning Zee, Times Now, and Star TV Network, he has played a pivotal role in producing and managing broadcast coverage and regional language commentary for prestigious tournaments such as the Premier League, AFC Tournaments, FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, Pro-Kabaddi League ISL, IPL, and Hockey India League.

His extensive experience in professional sports broadcasting, combined with a passion for football, shapes the Foundation’s vision of fostering grassroots development and using the sport as a platform to drive education and empower communities.

Education

Parvati Sengupta

Parvati Sengupta, with over a decade of expertise in education and curriculum development, has led projects at Leadership for Equity and K12 Techno services, creating teacher training programs, textbooks, and e-learning modules. Qualified in Education Management and Instructional Design, she has collaborated with state education departments and developed gamified learning content, driving impactful education reform across India.

Dhritiman Gupta

Dhritiman Gupta has 14 years of experience in the education sector, with a strong background in research and teaching. He completed his PhD from ISI Delhi in 2021 and is currently an Assistant Professor at Jindal University. Previously, he has taught at TERI, Shiv Nadar, and Ashoka University. Outside of academia, Dhritiman is passionate about football and believes that India holds immense potential for football development, and his dedication to both fields drives his mission to make a lasting impact.

Donate

At Football Junction Foundation, we believe that football is more than just a game — it’s a powerful tool to empower, educate, and uplift young lives.

Your donation directly supports:

Grassroots Football Training: Providing free football coaching, kits, and tournament exposure to underprivileged children.
Education & Scholarships: Helping talented footballers continue their academic journey alongside sports.
Health & Nutrition Support: Ensuring that aspiring footballers grow up healthy, strong, and confident.
Skill Development for Youth Footballers: Preparing them for life beyond the field with essential life and employability skills.

Every contribution, big or small, brings us closer to changing lives through football.

Donate now. Be the spark in someone’s journey.

CSR & Grants

CSR, Grants & Corporate Support

Football Junction Foundation offers meaningful, high-impact avenues for companies and grant-making bodies to invest in youth development, education, health, and skill-building through football.

Why Partner with Us?

CSR-1 Compliant and 80G Certified
Pan-India Football Development Projects
Employee Engagement Opportunities
Customizable Impact Programs aligned with CSR priorities

Corporate Partnership Opportunities:

Multi-year football training programs for underprivileged children.
School-based football scholarships with hostel facilities.
Health and nutrition initiatives for young footballers.
Skill development and vocational training for student-athletes.

Grants & Institutional Collaborations:

We welcome partnerships with grant-making organizations to scale our football-for-development initiatives, particularly in areas of community sports, youth education, and employability.

Join us to create sustainable, measurable social impact.

Let’s build a stronger, healthier, more empowered generation through football.