Gabe Hoffman-Johnson, Founder of Portland United, LLC at a City Council Meeting Last Year.

“Community Ticketing Program,” a program that will ensure all fans, regardless of their backgrounds or financial situations, have the opportunity to join us at Fitzpatrck Stadium, was announed today by Portland Hearts of Pine founder Gabe Hoffman-Johnson.

Over the course of the 2025 season, 1,400 soccer tickets will be distributed to the city of Portland’s Office of Economic Opportunity, Portland Public Schools, local youth soccer organizations, the Portland Housing Authority  and MaineHealth for those organizaions to distribute to in-need members of their respective communities as they see fit.

“From day one, Hearts of PIne recognized the outsized role we can play in strengthening connections and buildig community here in Maine,” said Hoffman-Johnson.  “We see it as a responsibility —- it’s one of our core tenants and reasons for being.  We’re thrilled to be able to provide equitable access across the diverse mosaic of communities we have here for our inaugural season.  It’s a true testament to our partners shared vision for helping bring this to life.”

The initiative will benefit the Quality Housig Coalition, the YMCA Family Shelter, Portland Community Health Outreach, Prosperity Maine, the Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center, minority owned businesses and more.

Portland Hearts of Pine will host Rhode Island FC at Lewiston HIgh School on April 15th.