irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $1.56MGrants provided to scientific research organizations, including grants for prostate, cardiovascular and mental health research. In 2024, PCF held 10 screening program events. PCF's research agreement with tulane university school of medicine remained undisturbed. A total of 576 former nfl players participated in the program in 2024.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Case Management and Post-Career Support
Individualized case management process helping former players with health, financial, employment, and transition needs after their NFL careers.
Healthy Body and Mind Screening Program
National cardiovascular and prostate screening program that also offers mental health resources and education free of charge to all former NFL players.
Mental Health Screening Program
Clinical program providing mental health screenings and connecting former players with treatment resources and support services.
Research Grants Program
Provides grants to scientific research organizations for studies on prostate, cardiovascular, and mental health issues affecting former players.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Workforce Readiness Training 2 activities
- Building workforce capacity through vocational and employer partnershipsConducts resume workshops and career readiness training in partnership with Atrium Workforce Solutions and Visa, including PI testing, coaching, consultation, and job matching. Hosted an Employer Summit to strengthen engagement between employers and the Career Program.
- Providing career development services to former NFL playersOffers comprehensive career support including resume reviews, career coaching, Predictive Index testing, job matching, interview coaching, certification programs, and mock interviews. Operates the NFL PCF Career Portal to connect former players with employers year-round and hosts annual Super Bowl Career Fairs and monthly Informational Sessions to facilitate employment opportunities.
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Charitable Grantmaking to Specific Causes 1 activity
- Administering financial assistance grants to former NFL players and familiesFunds grants to cover basic living expenses, housing, medical costs (including medically necessary joint replacements), funeral expenses, and emergency aid. Provided $21.2 million in financial assistance in 2022 and $1.07 million in pandemic-related emergency aid in 2021.
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Brain Injury Support & Rehabilitation 1 activity
- Delivering individualized case management for former NFL playersProvides personalized support to former NFL players navigating post-career transitions, including coordination of financial assistance, health and wellness resources, career transition planning, and access to neurological exams. Manages intake and ongoing case support for holistic needs.
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24/7 Crisis and Warmline Support Services 1 activity
- Expanding behavioral health and mental wellness servicesOperates the NFL Life Line, a 24/7 confidential crisis service connecting members of the NFL family with trained counselors. Offers expanded behavioral health programs, reinstated mental health screenings for depression, anxiety, substance use, and chronic pain, and launched The Sober Living Fund to provide sober housing for players in treatment.
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Medical Research Funding 1 activity
- Funding scientific research on player healthAwards grants to scientific research organizations focused on prostate, cardiovascular, and mental health issues affecting former NFL players. Supported clinical studies and partnered with institutions like Tulane University School of Medicine to publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.
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Community Health Fairs and Screenings 1 activity
- Operating the Healthy Body and Mind Screening ProgramRuns a national program offering free and confidential cardiovascular, prostate, and mental health screenings and education to former NFL players and their spouses. Conducted screening events annually across multiple cities, serving hundreds to thousands of players each year.
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Union and Association Benefit Funds 1 activity
- Operating the NFL Healthcare HotlineMaintains a telephone service staffed by trained Customer Service Advocates who assist former NFL players with questions about player benefits and health insurance options under the Affordable Care Act.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Enhancing access to senior housing and care servicesPartners with Brookdale Senior Living to offer eligible current and former NFL players and their families priority access and discounts for senior housing and care services.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$5.78M
Contributions & grants$5.43M94%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$345K6%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$6.07M
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$4.16M
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$11.95M
Cash$6.44M
Investments$5.27M
Liabilities$89K
Net assets$11.86M
Liquid reserves23.1 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -13.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 9
- ADITI KINKHABWALA — DIRECTOR (EFF 1/22/25)
- AL SMITH — DIRECTOR(TERM 1/22/25)
- ANDRE COLLINS — DIRECTOR
- BRAD EDWARDS — DIRECTOR (EFF 1/22/25)
- CARLIE IRSAY-GORDON — DIRECTOR
- OZZIE NEWSOME — DIRECTOR
- RONNIE BARNES — DIRECTOR
- TRICIA BENT-GOODLEY — DIRECTOR
- WILL SHIELDS — DIRECTOR
relationships · 23
Who they work with
- Atrium Workforce Solutions Partner — Organization assisting PCF with resume review, updates, and improvements for former NFL players.
- Atrium Workforce Solutions Partner — Partnered to provide resume writing support and expanded advanced career services including PI testing, coaching, and job matching.
- Brookdale Senior Living Partner — Provides senior housing and care discounts and priority access to eligible NFL players and family members through a partnership with the NFL Player Care Foundation.
- Department of Defense Partner — Staff background includes service with the Department of Defense, suggesting alignment in supporting individuals in transition from high-demand service roles.
- FedEx Ground Partner — Employer participating in the NFL PCF Career Portal, offering job opportunities to former NFL players.
- Lowe’s Partner — Employer participating in the NFL PCF Career Portal, offering job opportunities to former NFL players.
- NBC Sports Partner — Employer participating in the NFL PCF Career Portal, offering job opportunities to former NFL players.
- NFL Alumni Partner — Partnership represented through board representation and shared focus on former player support.
- NFL Alumni Association Partner — Partner in conducting the Healthy Body and Mind Screening program for former NFL players.
- NFL Alumni's Dire Need Charitable Trust Partner — Collaborates with former NFL player partners, including through prior leadership involvement with the Dire Need Charitable Trust.
- NFL Players Association Partner — Collaborates on player benefit programs and joint initiatives for former players.
- National Football League Funder — Provided a grant to establish the NFL Life Line, a crisis support service supported by the NFL Player Care Foundation.
- PepsiCo Partner — Employer participating in the NFL PCF Career Portal, offering job opportunities to former NFL players.
- Pro Football Hall of Fame Partner — Founding member of the NFL Player Care Foundation Board of Directors since its 2007 inception.
- The Institute for Diversity and Ethics in Sport (TIDES) Partner — Partners with TIDES at the University of Central Florida on diversity, equity, and inclusion research and reporting.
- The Trust (Powered by the NFLPA) Partner — Has professional connections with The Trust, including through staff internship experience and shared focus on player support.
- Tulane University School of Medicine Partner — Medical provider partner in conducting the Healthy Body and Mind Screening program for former NFL players.
- Tulane University School of Medicine Partner — Partner in conducting the Healthy Body & Mind Screening program.
- Tulane University School of Medicine Partner — Research partner collaborating on screening programs and co-publishing studies on health issues affecting former NFL players.
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Partner — Professional experience connection through staff with prior roles at the VA, indicating potential programmatic alignment in veteran and former athlete support services.
- University of Michigan Partner — Collaborates with the University of Michigan through staff education and clinical training, including in social work and mental health services.
- Up2Us Sports Partner — Placed NFL Legends into employment roles with Up2Us Sports, a nonprofit focused on youth sports coaching.
- Visa Partner — Partner organization collaborating with PCF on career development programs, including the "NFL Players in Business Development Program."
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Data-Informed Program Development for Targeted Interventionsmethodology: data-informed_program-developmentBy using data analytics and impact reporting to guide program design, the foundation develops more effective behavioral health, vocational, and educational programs, because evidence-based adaptation increases relevance and outcomes for NFL Legends.
- Individualized Case Management for Holistic Post-Career Supportmethodology: individualized_case_managementBy providing tailored case management, the foundation supports former NFL players across multiple life domains such as health, employment, and housing, because personalized coordination addresses complex, intersecting needs more effectively than siloed services.
- Research-Integrated Clinical Screening to Advance Health Outcomesmethodology: research-integrated_careBy embedding clinical health screenings within research programs, the foundation generates scientific data that improves understanding of former players’ health issues and informs public awareness, because integrating care and research creates dual impact in treatment and knowledge dissemination.