About

Mission Statement

Penya Blaugrana Rhode Island was created by Edy Pineda who wanted more than just watching Barça alone at home. He wanted a place where fans could come together, wear the badge with pride, and turn every match into a shared experience. What started as a few fans meeting up for games has grown into a dedicated community of supporters who care about both FC Barcelona and each other.

Our Mission

Our mission is to build a strong, inclusive Barça community in Rhode Island. 

We aim to:

• Bring fans together for watch parties and events,

• Share and celebrate Barça’s history, culture, and values,

• Support the club from afar in an organized, visible way, and

• Create a welcoming space where anyone who loves Barça feels at home.

Long-term, we want Penya Blaugrana Rhode Island to grow in membership, host bigger and better events, and represent Rhode Island proudly within the global Barça family.

Our Values

We try to reflect the spirit of the club we support:

• Community: Everyone is welcome—new fans, lifelong culers, students, families, and locals.

• Respect: We support Barça with passion while respecting all opposing fans.

• Inclusivity: Our Penya is open regardless of background, language, or experience with the game.

• Passion for Football: We live for the big goals, the tiki-taka, the remontadas, and the shared emotions that come with being a Barça fan.