Bank of America and FIFA partner with Vet Tix to Offer Thousands of Free FIFA World Cup 2026™ Tickets to Veterans, Current Military and First Responders
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Bank of America (NYSE:BAC), the official bank of FIFA World Cup 2026™, is partnering with FIFA and Vet Tix to fund $2.25 million in free tickets for veterans, current military, first responders and families, covering all tournament stages in all 11 U.S. host cities.
Bank of America will contribute $2 million, with $250,000 from Vet Tix, enabling 4,547 tickets, including 250 for U.S. Men’s National Team matches. As part of America’s 250th birthday, the bank will also host a free BofA Fan Experience on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., within the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Fan Zone from June 11 to July 19, featuring live match viewing, youth programming and exhibits.
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News Market Reaction – BAC
In the Jun 4 session, BAC gained 3.38%, reflecting a moderate positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Previous Partnership Reports
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 05 | Sports partnership | Positive | +1.8% | Multi-year partnership with Portland Thorns to expand soccer access and branding. |
| Apr 20 | Credit card deal | Positive | -0.9% | Expanded co-branded credit card partnership with Alaska Air Group and rewards changes. |
| Mar 31 | Loyalty card launch | Positive | +3.2% | Launch of Royal ONE and Royal ONE Plus cruise credit cards with new perks. |
| Nov 20 | Global sports tie-up | Positive | -2.0% | Multi-year presenting partnership with Great Ethiopian Run to expand endurance sports. |
| Nov 19 | Ambassador partnership | Positive | +0.7% | Multi-year ambassador deal with David Beckham for global sports program promotion. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Partnership announcements often coincide with positive but mixed price reactions, with both gains and declines following prior deals.
Recent history for BAC shows a consistent emphasis on partnerships, especially in sports and travel. Prior deals include credit card collaborations with Royal Caribbean and Alaska Air, and sports partnerships such as the Portland Thorns and Great Ethiopian Run. These announcements blend brand-building with customer engagement initiatives. Price reactions have ranged from declines near -1.96% to gains above 3.22%, indicating that while partnerships can be well received, investor responses vary. Today’s FIFA/Vet Tix partnership continues BAC’s strategy of using major sporting events to deepen community and client connections.
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As part of its celebration of America's 250th birthday, the bank will also host a BofA Fan Experience on the National Mall during FIFA World Cup 2026™ Fan Zone
Key Points
- Bank of America, the official bank of FIFA World Cup 2026™, has donated
$2 million - Together, Bank of America, Vet Tix and FIFA will contribute a total of
$2.25 million - Bank of America will also host a BofA Fan Experience in
Washington, D.C. on the National Mall from June 11 to July 19 as part of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Fan Zone organized by FIFA and Freedom 250
"We are deeply grateful to partner with Bank of America and FIFA to help make 4,547 FIFA World Cup tickets available to the veteran, military and first responder communities we proudly serve," said Vet Tix Founder, CEO, and
As part of the initiative, BofA will contribute
To be eligible for the tickets, honorably discharged veterans and currently serving military members can sign up for an account at vettix.org. Current and retired first responders — including law enforcement, fire, EMS, registered nurses, and 911 dispatchers — can register at 1sttix.org. Both platforms are free to sign up. Eligibility for both programs is securely verified through ID.me.
Once the FIFA World Cup 2026™ tickets are available, Vet Tix and 1st Tix members will receive an email alert to secure free tickets to a match in their area.
"Bank of America has hired thousands of veterans and military family members, donated thousands of homes to wounded warriors and first responders, and served the military with specialized products and services for more than a century. We feel privileged to support Vet Tix in making tickets to the great games of the World Cup available to thousands more," said Larry Di Rita, Bank of America President of
"At FIFA, we believe football is far more than just a game – it is a powerful force for good," said FIFA President Gianni Infantino. "As the United States marks its 250th anniversary during this historic tournament, we are proud to work alongside Bank of America, the Official Bank Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026, and Vet Tix to help ensure veterans and military families across the country can be part of the greatest global sports tournament ever."
As part of its America 250 celebration, the bank will also open its signature BofA Fan Experience on the National Mall in
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Fan Zone Washington D.C. will be open June 11 – July 19, the entire length of the FIFA World Cup. The BofA Fan Experience will feature FIFA World Cup 2026™ memorabilia and a demonstration of Soccer at Schools, an initiative with
Frequently asked questions
Question: How is Bank of America involved with FIFA World Cup 2026™?
Answer: Bank of America is the Official Bank of FIFA World Cup 2026™, one of the most-watched sporting events in the world. As an official sponsor, the bank is activating across all 11 U.S. host cities with fan experiences and community initiatives designed to celebrate the tournament and build a lasting legacy for soccer in
Question: How are Bank of America and FIFA providing free tickets to veterans, current military and first responders?
Answer: Bank of America and FIFA have partnered with Vet Tix to provide thousands of free tickets to veterans, current military and first responders who live in or near the 11 FIFA World Cup 2026 host cities. The number of tickets varies by venue. Tickets will be available for all stages of the FIFA World Cup 2026, from the group stage to the final, with 250 tickets being set aside for US Men's National Team matches during the tournament in honor of America's 250th anniversary.
Question: How can people get these tickets?
Answer: Honorably discharged veterans and currently serving military members can sign up for an account at vettix.org. Current and retired first responders — including law enforcement, fire, EMS, registered nurses, and 911 dispatchers — can register for free at 1sttix.org. Eligibility for both programs is securely verified through ID.me.
Question: What else is Bank of America doing to celebrate America's 250th birthday?
Answer: As part of its celebration of America 250, the bank will also open its signature BofA Fan Experience on the National Mall in
FIFA
FIFA exists to govern football and to develop the game around the world. Since 2016, the organisation has been fast evolving into a body that can more effectively serve the game for the benefit of the entire world. As a not-for-profit organisation, FIFA – which organises the FIFA World Cup™, FIFA Women's World Cup™, and FIFA Club World Cup™, among many other international competitions – reinvests its revenues into a wide range of football development programmes, providing funds, infrastructure and know-how to its member associations.
Veteran Tickets Foundation
Veteran Tickets Foundation (Vet Tix) is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides free event tickets to sporting events, concerts, performing arts, and family activities to currently serving military members, veterans of all eras, and the immediate family of those killed in action. Vet Tix is the largest veteran service organization in
Bank of America
Bank of America is one of the world's leading financial institutions, serving individual consumers, small and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services. The company provides unmatched convenience in
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Reporters may contact
Al Maag, Vet Tix
Phone: 1.602.363.6038
al.maag@maagcommplus.com
IFA's Media Department
media@FIFA.org
Andy Aldridge, Bank of America
Phone: 1.980.387.0514
andrew.aldridge@bofa.com
Carla Molina, Bank of America
Phone: 1.512.397.2402
carla.molina@bofa.com
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