Start a Chapter
The American Outlaws are powered by local chapters that embody our mission to unite and strengthen the U.S. soccer fan base — in communities large and small, at home and abroad. Here's how to put yours on the map.
A local American Outlaws chapter is a way to unite fans around our national teams and give your community a permanent presence in America's growing soccer culture.
We empower U.S. soccer fans to create sustainable chapters and host watch parties for every game as a benefit to their community and visiting fans.
Interested in starting a chapter?
Check our chapter list to see if there's a chapter near you already. If there is, join the American Outlaws and get ready to meet your new friends at the next watch party.
We list some chapters as looking for a steady hand or a few more local leaders. Live in town and want to step up? Send us a message.
If your community is listed as "unofficial," then one of your neighbors is working on starting a chapter. Sign up as an AO member, find their effort to found a chapter on social media, or send us a note after you join.
Don't see your community or a nearby effort? Read our chapter criteria below, then tell us you want to put your community on the map. Our team will reach out to you soon.
Chapter Criteria
- Have a minimum of 35 paid American Outlaws members.
- Have a "home base" we can list online where fans can expect to meet to watch each game.
- Host a viewing party at your home bar for every game.
- Complete the AO chapter registration process. Upon becoming official, incorporate as a non-profit, adopt by-laws, and open a bank account. Chapters are expected to comply with all state, local, and federal laws, including filing and paying applicable taxes.
Chapter Benefits
- Create a chapter-specific logo and approved merchandise to improve local drip and tell everyone who you are when scarves go up.
- Participate in national promotions, including free swag and promotional items.
- Get local recognition for your chapter bar and events across all U.S. fans.
- Receive $5 per member in dues from AO National to fund local initiatives.
- Put your community on the map as a permanent part of America's growing soccer culture.