Pro Football Retired Players Association

PFRPA welcomes LIGHT Helmets as a Platinum Corporate Sponsor! LIGHT Helmets designs, manufactures and distributes protective headgear for professional, amateur and youth athletes. They leverage military and auto racing technology, coupling protection and lower weight for their headgear. PFRPA and LIGHT Helmets share a deep commitment to player safety and well-being. LIGHT Helmets are worn by players in 24 out of 32 NFL teams, as well as collegiate athletes in 29 NCAA locker rooms and have earned the highest rating of “Five Stars” by Virginia Tech. LIGHT Helmets has been named as the ‘Official Helmet of PFRPA.’ Read the full press release:?https://lnkd.in/gQEijFZb

PFRPA has been selected as the first, exclusive charity partner for Cheesehead TV, a video, podcast and lifestyle platform dedicated to the Green Bay Packers. Through the entire month of November, proceeds from every Cheesehead TV Watch Party and from their flagship podcast, Packer Transplants, will be donated to PFRPA’s 501(c)(3) charitable foundation, the Greater Good Fund. The broadcasts will be livestreamed via Cheesehead TV’s YouTube channel during four Packers games, starting this Sunday, November 3rd. Read More:?https://lnkd.in/dHSSGP6U

PFRPA recently attended the 16th Annual Rival Golf Classic, held in Clifton, New Jersey. It was a memorable day for retired NFL players to reunite as both rivals and comrades, all in the name of raising proceeds for PGA HOPE. PFRPA was proud to sponsor the Closest to the Pin hole, where the winner received a Las Vegas Raiders helmet signed by Hall of Famer and PFRPA Board Member Mike Haynes. At the awards ceremony following the tournament, PFRPA was honored to receive the Organizational Excellence Award for outstanding service to the retired player community. Hall of Famer and PFRPA Board President Ron Mix accepted the award, emphasizing the importance of support for retired players, regardless of whether they played for many years, or just one game. Thank you Alumni Media Network and Craig Richardson for hosting this exceptional event!?

World Mental Health Day, observed on October 10 each year, is a global initiative aimed at raising awareness about mental health issues and promoting mental well-being. It serves as a reminder of the link between mental health and overall well-being, emphasizing that good mental health is just as essential as physical health. PFRPA supports good mental health practices and acknowledges the importance of maintaining positive mental health to ensure a balanced and fulfilling life. This World Mental Health Day, PFRPA encourages retired NFL players to take a moment to reflect and prioritize their mental health. Read More:?https://lnkd.in/eTf85Dh3

Hispanic Heritage Month, observed from September 15 to October 15, is a vibrant celebration of the diverse cultures, histories and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. For current and retired NFL players alike, this month holds significant meaning as it provides the opportunity to recognize and honor the impactful role that Hispanic players, coaches and staff have had, and continue to have, in shaping the League. PFRPA recognizes and celebrates all retired and current NFL players of Hispanic heritage and acknowledges their contributions to the game. Read More:?https://lnkd.in/eS-zAkB6

Today is National Nonprofit Day, a day observed annually on August 17, dedicated to amplifying the voices and efforts of those working to make a difference in society. PFRPA oversees the Greater Good Fund, its 501(c)(3) charitable foundation, established to support current and future benefits and programs for retired NFL players. Today, PFRPA offers retired players dental and vision insurance, striving to ensure that the thousands of players we serve have access to and are aware of the resources available to them. Read More: https://lnkd.in/eQ3Y7MFc

This week marks Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Week in Canton, Ohio, a special occasion that recognizes the outstanding careers of retired NFL players and key contributors to the game of football. We congratulate PFRPA members Randy Gradishar and Steve McMichael, along with the wider Class of 2024, as they are inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame and etch their names into history. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gHxjnyhY

PFRPA welcomes?RxSugar?as a Bronze Corporate Sponsor! ? RxSugar? offers plant-based, low-calorie allulose sugar products with zero net carbs and is ideal for those looking to reduce their sugar consumption. ? Shop now at?rxsugar.com?and use code?PFRPA20?for 20% off at checkout.

The inaugural PFRPA Champions Luncheon at the historic Hotel Northland in Green Bay, Wisconsin was a resounding success! The event brought together retired NFL players, families, friends, community and the media to honor three individuals who have significantly impacted both the retired NFL player community and their broader communities. All proceeds went to the Greater Good Fund, PFRPA's 501(c)(3) charitable foundation, which offers benefits, programs and initiatives for retired NFL players. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eBAMnSm8

PFRPA welcomes Onrise as a Bronze Corporate Sponsor! Onrise provides comprehensive, high-quality, mental health care to current and retired athletes. Onrise’s unique approach combines athlete-specific peer support, therapy and psychiatry under one roof. To learn more about Onrise, or to book a session today, visit onrisecare.com.