ARLINGTON, Va., May 23, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Pro Football Retired Players Association (PFRPA), a
national organization that develops programs and benefits for
retired NFL players, today announced a new partnership with MENTOR,
a national organization that facilitates quality mentoring
relationships for young people.
Through this newly established partnership, PFRPA and MENTOR
will work together to engage PFRPA members interested in becoming
mentors in their local communities, as well as those interested in
e-mentoring opportunities available nationwide.
PFRPA Board Chair and Former Green Bay Packers Running Back
Darrell Thompson described the new
partnership as one that would be beneficial to both adults and
youth alike. Thompson has been a mentoring advocate for many years
and is the president and CEO of Bolder Options, a youth mentoring
organization based in his home state of Minnesota.
"PFRPA's partnership with MENTOR is one that will have a
positive impact on both mentors and mentees," Thompson said. "The
opportunity to become a mentor is special, and for many, it can be
life-changing. Football teaches you so many lessons about life and
leadership, many of which can be applied to everyday life. We are
looking forward to providing this opportunity to retired NFL
players looking to make a difference in the lives of youth."
MENTOR Chief Executive Officer, Jermaine
Myrie added, "We are all better for having caring and
committed individuals involved in our lives. And with this
partnership, we are excited to have the members of the PFRPA
connected to the mentoring movement. The retired players showed
dedication and selflessness on the field, and we know those same
attributes, applied with a mentoring mindset, will positively
transform individuals and communities."
PFRPA Executive Director Joe
Agbasi shared that partnering with MENTOR provides a
rewarding opportunity for not only PFRPA's members, but also for
those close to them.
"Giving back resonates with the retired NFL player community,
just as it did for many during their playing days," Agbasi said.
"We are grateful to facilitate mentoring opportunities for our
membership, adding this initiative to our existing health, welfare
and educational offerings. We are especially pleased to extend the
opportunity to our members' families, if they want to become
mentors as well."
About Pro Football Retired Players Association
(PFRPA)
PFRPA is a champion for retired NFL players,
dedicated to bettering the lives of those who contributed to the
game. PFRPA, the first court-established retired NFL player
organization, through its leadership and dedication, has been on a
mission to solidify and preserve the legacy of retired NFL players.
Through the Greater Good Fund, PFRPA's 501(c)(3) charitable
foundation, PFRPA develops various health and welfare programs,
designed exclusively for retired NFL players. The Football Greats
Alliance, PFRPA's licensing agency, develops
partnerships to drive meaningful revenue for retired NFL players
and provide revenue for the Greater Good Fund to
support all retired players. To date, more than 10,200 retired
players and more than 3,500 players' spouses have enrolled in PFRPA
insurance benefits. For more information about PFRPA, visit
www.pfrpa.com.
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