What DUCE and Ballers Market do together
DUCE is a Rotterdam-based movement that helps young people grow mentally, physically and socially through sport, culture and community. Ballers Market is a platform that turns player closets into circular fashion and real-world impact.
Together, we're building a system where style fuels opportunity: where the proceeds from pre-loved fashion fund youth programs, mentorship and access to resources that help the next generation thrive.
Here's how the partnership works, what your purchase supports and how we're showing up together in Rotterdam and beyond.
What DUCE does
DUCE (Develop, Unite, Create, Empower) is a movement and platform that builds pathways for young people through three pillars:
Mental development
Mentorship, mental health support and access to role models who help young people navigate challenges, build confidence and develop emotional resilience.
Physical development
Access to sport facilities, football coaching, fitness programs and competitive opportunities that keep young people active, healthy and connected to their bodies.
Social development
Creative expression through art, music and culture. Community-building activities that help young people find their voice, build networks and create their own opportunities.
DUCE operates across Rotterdam, working with schools, community centers and local organizations to reach young people who might not otherwise have access to these resources. The programs are free or low-cost, removing financial barriers that often keep kids from participating.
The goal: to create a generation that's mentally strong, physically active and socially connected—ready to build their own futures and give back to their communities.
How your purchase funds DUCE programs
Not every item on Ballers Market supports DUCE. Only selected player closets and special campaign drops are linked to DUCE funding. Here's how it works:
Ambassador players who choose DUCE
Some players donate 100% of their Ballers Market earnings to DUCE. These players are marked as "Ambassadors" on our site, and every product page shows that your purchase goes directly to DUCE's youth programs.
Impact players with partial DUCE support
Other players split their earnings between themselves and DUCE, or donate specific tiers (like all online items) to the cause. These are "Impact players," and their product pages clearly show the split.
Special campaign drops
We occasionally run limited-edition drops where a portion or all of the proceeds go to DUCE, often tied to events, pop-ups or collaborations in Rotterdam.
What your money funds:
- Mentorship programs and one-on-one coaching for young people
- Access to sport facilities and competitive football opportunities
- Creative workshops in music, art and culture
- Mental health resources and peer support networks
- Community events that bring young people, families and role models together
Every euro that goes to DUCE stays in Rotterdam, supporting the young people who need it most.
Events & activations
The partnership between DUCE and Ballers Market isn't just financial. It's physical. Here's what we've done together and what's coming next.
Player closets funding DUCE
Selected players donate their Ballers Market earnings directly to DUCE. These closets turn pre-loved fashion into youth mentorship, sport access and mental health support in Rotterdam.
Pop-up at ReShare Rotterdam
We hosted a joint activation at the ReShare Store where young people from DUCE programs explored circular fashion, met the Ballers Market team and connected football culture with community impact.
Derbystar football donation
During the pop-up, we partnered with Derbystar to collect over 200 footballs for DUCE's youth programs. Derbystar donated these balls directly to ensure young people across Rotterdam have access to quality equipment.
Upcoming
More activations are planned: player appearances at DUCE events, youth-designed drops and community challenges. Follow our News page for announcements.`
Why this partnership matters
DUCE represents the future we're building: a generation that understands that style, sport and social responsibility aren't separate. They're all part of the same movement.
Football culture has the power to move more than just the game. It can shape identity, build community and create pathways for young people who might not otherwise have access to mentorship, resources or opportunity.
DUCE does that work every day in Rotterdam. Ballers Market funds it by turning player closets into revenue streams that flow directly to youth programs.
This partnership proves that circular fashion isn't just about sustainability—it's about creating systems where every purchase, every player and every community member can contribute to something bigger than themselves.
That's what happens when football culture decides to lead. That's DUCE x Ballers Market.
How to support DUCE through Ballers Market
If you want your purchase to directly support DUCE, here's how to find the right items:
Look for the DUCE badge
Product pages linked to DUCE show a clear "This item supports DUCE" label under the price, with a short description of what your money funds.
Shop Ambassador closets
Players who donate 100% to DUCE are marked as "Ambassadors" on their player page. Every item from their closet goes directly to DUCE programs.
Filter by impact partner
We're building filtering options so you can browse all items that support DUCE. Until then, check individual player and product pages for DUCE links.
Follow campaign drops
Special DUCE-linked drops are announced through our News page and newsletter. Sign up to be the first to know when new DUCE campaigns go live.
