WHO WE ARE
Pro Players Association (PPA) is comprised of current and former professional athletes, media and entertainment personalities, and associate members who work voluntarily on behalf of the community.
Pro Players Association’s goal is to generate funding for worthwhile programs and charities which will benefit the community locally, nationally, and globally.
Their mission, simply stated, "Dedication to Serving and Giving Back to the Community", is one proven many times since their incorporation in 2002.
Pro Players Association is a nonprofit 501c3 charity.
PRO PLAYERS ASSOCIATION IS PROUD TO DISPLAY THESE SEALS AWARDED BY GUIDESTAR and GREAT NONPROFITS FOR TRANSPARENCY AS A NONPROFIT
PRO PLAYERS ASSOCIATION HAS FILED OUR IRS 990N IN COMPLIANCE FOR TAX YEAR 2022 0N 02/24/2023.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRO PLAYERS ASSOCIATION AUCTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM will be presenting a SILENT AUCTION at the Gold Bowl, June 24th & June 25th.
CLICK HERE TO ACCESS SHOW REGISTRATION & MORE INFORMATION
Kurt Hansen's 16th Annual Daytona 500 Bash & Watch Party!
Sunday, February 19, 2023, 10AM, at Podium Karting, 7300 Broadway, Denver, CO 80221
If you weren't there, you missed a good time! Race Central donated a portion of any monies from Memorabilia Sales to Limb of Dream Foundation...!
Pro Players Association presented an “ONLINE” Silent Auction for charity during the event!
WINNER, WINNER -- DAYTONA 500 RICKY STENHOUSE
All Photos by ©Blind Images
WELCOME DEION!
Deion Sanders will be the next coach at Colorado, the school announced Saturday night, instantly making him one of the most compelling hires in college football this generation.
https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/35176614/colorado-buffaloes-name-deion-sanders-head-coach?platform=amp
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READ ALL ABOUT IT!
Former Broncos player Ron Egloff plans to donate brain for concussion research: "If they want my brain they can have it". Video can be found on our "IN THE NEWS" page.
A MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD
MOTORMANIA CAR, TRUCK & BIKE SHOWS
WE DID IT! The sun was out, it was warm and beautiful, couldn’t ask for more!
Another successful Motormania Halloween!
It was great to see all the car guys, gals, well literally families out at the show! Folks came from far and near! The Silent Auction was a success! Thank you all for attending and supporting South Metro Professional Firefighters Foundation.
Special thanks to all our vendors and sponsors.
ADVANCE INDUSTRIES – AUTO GLASS, HIGHLANDS RANCH
ADVANCE AUTO PARTS - HIGHLANDS RANCH
AUTO-ZONE, LONE TREE
BIG BELLY BROTHERS BBQ FOOD TRUCK
COLORADO STATE PATROL
LA CATRINA TAMALES y COMIDAS FOOD TRUCK
LIFETIME WINDOWS & SIDING – DENVER
MARKET 86 FOOD TRUCK
NINJA RAMEN COLORADO FOOD TRUCK
O’REILLY’S AUTO PARTS – HIGHLANDS RANCH
RACE CENTRAL RADIO – ESPN 1600AM DENVER
SIMPLY LE CREPES FOOD TRUCK
SOUTH METRO FIRE & RESCUE STATION #34
SOUTH METRO PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS FOUNDATION
Z-ULTIMATE SELF DEFENSE STUDIOS – HIGHLANDS RANCH
BIG DOG WRAP & GRAPHICS - SIGNAGE
GRANDEZA LANDSCAPING – USE OF GENERATOR, TENT, & TABLE
STARBUCKS, LONE TREE - COFFEE
THE BACKYARD - A-FRAME SIGN
THE PROPANE SHACK - PROPANE
TRU HOTEL BY HILTON, LONE TREE – DISCOUNT ACCOMODATIONS
VOLUNTEERS - FOR THEIR ASSISTANCE TODAY
JAMES BROWN DJ SERVICE – KEEPING THE BEAT RIGHT-ON
SAM’S CLUB - LONE TREE FOR THE USE OF THE LOT & DRINKING WATER DONATION
Thanks to the many local merchants who contributed items for the goodie bags!
Thanks to Sam at the City of Lone Tree and Brad at South Metro Fire & Rescue for their assistance with obtaining the necessary permit. Thanks to Shawn Cummings of SMPFF for coordinating their volunteers, filling the goodie bags, and transporting event equipment. Thanks to Emilio De La Garza, Sam's Club Manager for permission to use the parking lot.
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR VOLUNTEERS! The guys from SMPFF, PPA members Tim Masek, Justin Byrd & his son, Blake Byrd, Sandy Santucci, James Brown, Tom Buonocore, and Denver Broncos Bill Harris for presenting the awards.
Click HERE to view some photo memories of the day. Enjoy!
Photos by Blind Images ©2022
VISIT OUR AMAZON “WISH LIST”
INTERESTED IN HELPING TO SUPPORT OUR EFFORTS IN OTHER WAYS THAN FINANCIAL?
PRO PLAYERS ASSOCIATION SPORTS PLUS-- OFFICIAL ONLINE STORE
OUR ONLINE STORES ARE NOW OFFICIALLY OPEN FOR BUSINESS!!
NEW STOCK ADDED WEEKLY!!
WE ADDED NFL & NBA SUPER PLUSH 40X50 BLANKETS, AUTOGRAPH PLAQUES, PRO SPORTS & COLLEGE LICENSE PLATES & FRAMES, NFL T-SHIRTS, STARBUCKS DRINK CONTAINERS, and Much More!
VISIT US TODAY: https://proplayersassociationsportsplus.ecrater.com/
and NOW ON eBay at: proplayersassociation
AMAZON SHOPPER?
Shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/76-0714756 and AmazonSmile donates to Pro Players Association at no cost to you!
AmazonSmile customers can now support Pro Players Association in the Amazon shopping app on iOS and Android mobile phones! Simply follow these instructions to turn on AmazonSmile and start generating donations.
Open the Amazon Shopping app on your device
Go into the main menu of the Amazon Shopping app and tap into 'Settings'
Tap 'AmazonSmile' and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process
Turn your EVERYDAY shopping into a force for good. Shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/76-0714756 and Amazon donates to Pro Players Association.
PAYPAL GIVING
PayPal Giving Fund helps people support their favorite charities online. We receive donations through PayPal, eBay, and other technology platforms and make grants to our donors' recommended charities. PayPal Giving Fund is an IRS-registered 501(c)(3) public charity (Federal Tax ID: 45-0931286).
Pro Players Association Giving Fund Link:
AUCTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR CHARITY AUCTIONS NOW AVAILABLE FROM PPA
NEED AUCTION ITEMS THAT TURN INTO CASH?
Get your hands on items for your fundraiser without the hassle of begging and pleading for donations from merchants.
Pro Players Association now offers non-profits the opportunity to access valuable collectibles, fine art, and special opportunities. Take a look through our collection in our slide presentation found on our Auction Assistance Program page.
NEW ITEMS ADDED DAILY! CHECK THEM OUT!!!
WE ARE PROUD MEMBERS OF THE COLORADO AUCTIONEERS ASSOCIATION
UPCOMING AUCTIONS
PRO PLAYERS ASSOCIATION AUCTIONS
2023
SILENT & LIVE AUCTIONS
September 30 Rampart Hockey Golf Tournament, Eisenhower Golf Course, USAFA, Colorado Springs (also online)
ONLINE ONLY AUCTIONS
February 12 Super Bowl Party with the Pros, Clock Tower Grill, Lone Tree, CO
February 19 Daytona 500 Bash & Watch Party, Podium Karting, Denver, CO
May 20 Motormania Spring’23, Sam’s Club, Lone Tree, CO
June 17 American Legion Honor Guard Car Show, Yale & I-25, Denver, CO
June 24, 25 CVBBA Tournament, Gold Bowl, Victor, CO
CELEBRITY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM & SPEAKERS BUREAU
All Photos by ©Blind Images
Our PPA members are available to promote, appear and/or participate in your special event. Members of PPA come from a wide variety of professional sports, media and entertainment professions.
- Personal appearances
- Speaking engagements
- Autograph signings
- Grand Openings
- Golf outings
- Trade shows
- Corporate hospitality/Super Bowl events
- Product endorsements/sponsorship
- Other promotional needs
- Pro Players Association Radio Network's "Sports in Perspective" broadcast is available to be presented "LIVE" or delayed remote at your location
For more information visit our "Celebrities" page or contact the PPA office : 720-327-9207; proplayersassociation@gmail.com
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Pro Players Association is in search of volunteers to assist with our Fundraising events held in Colorado. If you’re interested in giving back to the community through our nonprofit please contact us at 720-327-9207 or email our office at proplayersassociation@gmail.com (or)
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Thank you.
CURRENT VOLUNTEER NEWS
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Professional Members
Roger Hadix, CVBBA, Author
Associate Members
Michael Spadoni
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Denver Search & Rescue / Statewide Emergency Management Response
We are currently in search of new membership. If you’re interested and have a background in firefighting, EMS or search & rescue, please contact us for more information. DSAR/SEMR is a volunteer nonprofit organization.
proplayersassociation@gmail.com
SPONSORS
SUPPORT THE SPONSORS WHO SUPPORT US!
D&G AUTO REPAIR SERVICE, PEYTON, CO
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2271 West Evans Avenue
Denver, CO 80223
303-733-8494
CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT ALL OUR FINE SPONSORS
MEMBERS IN THE NEWS
CONGRATULATIONS!
PPA Board Member Felix Claudio on your engagement to Kelly Ann La Forgia, March 2023.
Great article published about PPA member Lenton Thomas’ volunteer efforts at Colorado Mesa University. Congratulations Lenton!
Lenton is a very active PPA member as well, currently spearheading the golf committee! Thanks for all you do Lenton!
CONDOLENCES
Thankfully nothing to report.
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES
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Save an extra 15% on any plan with coupon code PRO15. If interested, simply go to Step 1 and enter your zip code, or call toll free at 1-888-632-5353 and a representative will gladly help you join.
Visit our plan web site for more information and registration: www.proplayersassociationdental.com
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What’s Up!
Working on Golf Tournament prospects for 2023. Committee members needed. If you’re interested to volunteer for the committee organizing the golf tournament please contact Gary at 720-327-9207. Thank you.
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PRO PLAYERS ASSOCIATION SUPPORTS OUR TROOPS
Honor Guard representing Army, Marines, Navy and Air Force display their colors at PPA's Celebrity Bartender Night for Military Family Relief, June 2008. Blind Images©2008