Vancouver FC is proud to announce the return of its Take Flight Program, presented by Starlight, the club's premier community ticket-donation initiative. Building on a landmark 2025 season, the program returns with a mission to remove financial barriers and ensure that the beautiful game remains accessible to every youth and family across the Fraser Valley. Take Flight serves as the heartbeat of Vancouver FC's community mission, allowing corporate partners to sponsor blocks of seats that are donated directly to local youth, charitable organizations, and families who might otherwise not have the opportunity to experience a professional soccer match. In 2025, the program saw an incredible 1,936 youth tickets donated, reaching a peak on May 17 when 397 young fans filled the stands at Willoughby Park for a single match. For 2026, Vancouver FC and Starlight are focused on expanding the program's reach, building on the strong momentum from last year to bring even more youth and families into the matchday experience throughout the Canadian Premier League season. The program's success is anchored by Starlight, a Founding Partner of Vancouver FC that has been instrumental to the club since its inception. Glen Hirsh, Chief Operating Officer of Starlight Investments, stated that community is built through positive shared experiences, and their partnership with Vancouver FC reflects a long-term commitment to youth development and to bringing people together through sport. Bill Cooper, Chief Commercial Officer of Vancouver FC, expressed his excitement to embark on the 2026 season with Starlight as a key member of their family, and highlighted the importance of growing the game with partners like Starlight. The Take Flight program offers a unique opportunity for local leaders and businesses to join the club's mission of helping youth and the community thrive through sport. By placing local families in the heart of the matchday experience, partners are not just spectators of the game, but active participants in growing the beautiful game. The program's reach is made possible through a tireless network of charitable partners, including Net Positive Football Society, KidsUpFront, Canucks Autism Network, Foundry BC, Soccability Canada, Big Brothers Big Sisters Langley, and local school districts across Metro Vancouver. These organizations work behind the scenes to ensure that every donated seat is filled by a young fan who gains more than just a ticket, they gain a sense of belonging and inspiration through their hometown club.