Bank of America and FIFA back Vet Tix World Cup ticket programme

Bank of America and FIFA have partnered with Veteran Tickets Foundation (Vet Tix) to offer thousands of FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets to veterans, current military and first responders, widening access to matches across all 11 US host cities.The initiative links a major sponsor activation to community impact at a tournament staged during the US 250th anniversary year, while also strengthening FIFA’s positioning around social value and fan inclusion.Vet Tix founder and chief executive Michael A. Focareto III said: “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. "The opportunity for our members and their families to experience the energy, pride, and global celebration surrounding the World Cup in all 11 cities across the United States represents far more than attending a sporting event.“It’s an opportunity to create unforgettable family memories and honor those who continue to serve our nation and communities every day.”The parties said Bank of America will contribute US$2m to support the purchase and distribution of match tickets, supplementing contributions from Vet Tix and FIFA to build a combined pool of ticket access across the tournament.Tickets will be available across the competition, from the group stage to the final, with 250 tickets set aside for United States men’s national team matches during the tournament in recognition of the America 250 milestone.Larry Di Rita, Bank of America president of Greater Washington, D.C., said: “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. We also look forward to welcoming visitors to the National Mall for a great experience at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Zone here in our nation’s capital.”FIFA president Gianni Infantino said: “At FIFA, we believe football is far more than just a game – it is a powerful force for good. 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.”Access will be managed through Vet Tix and its first responder platform, 1st Tix, with eligibility verified via ID.me and ticket alerts issued to registered members when inventory becomes available.Bank of America also said it will operate a fan experience on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. from June 11 to July 19 as part of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Zone programme, adding an on-the-ground activation designed to drive brand presence beyond match venues.