Inaugural PFRPA Champions Luncheon

On June 12, the Pro Football Retired Players Association (PFRPA) hosted the inaugural PFRPA Champions Luncheon at the historic Hotel Northland in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The event was held in the Crystal Ballroom, where Vince Lombardi was formally introduced as the Coach and General Manager of the Green Bay Packers in 1959. It 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.

 

The PFRPA Champions Luncheon was more than just an awards ceremony; it was a heartfelt celebration of community, legacy and service. As the attendees shared stories, laughter and applause, the event underscored the importance of honoring those who give back and inspire others. All proceeds from the event went to the Greater Good Fund, PFRPA's 501(c)(3) charitable foundation, which offers benefits, programs and initiatives for retired NFL players.

 

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Cathy Dworak, Green Bay Packers Director of Community Outreach and Player/Alumni Relations

 

In addition to her role with the Packers, Dworak serves as Chair of the Board of Trustees for Northeast Wisconsin Technical College Educational Foundation. She is also on the Board of Directors for Rawhide Youth Services, Greater Green Bay Habitat for Humanity and The Angel Fund for Children with Cancer.

 

Chris Jacke, Founder of Player Alumni Resources (P.A.R. 13)

 

Jacke founded Player Alumni Resources, also known as P.A.R. 13, in 2013 as an organization that endeavors to increase the interaction of Green Bay Packer alumni and Wisconsin sports celebrities with Wisconsin communities, organizations and fans of all ages. A former placekicker, he played eight seasons with the Green Bay Packers, winning one Super Bowl and was inducted into the Packers Hall of Fame in 2013.

Harry Sydney, President and Founder of My Brother’s Keeper

Sydney, a former running back for the Green Bay Packers and three-time Super Bowl champion, founded My Brother's Keeper in 2003. The male mentoring program has assisted thousands of boys and men with finding success in dealing with the hardships in their lives.

 

MetLife has been the administrator of PFRPA’s Dental Plan since PFRPA began offering dental insurance to its members in 2017. More than 10,270 retired NFL players and just under 3,400 spouses are enrolled in the Plan.

 

VSP Vision Care and PFRPA recently celebrated the five-year anniversary of the PFRPA Vision Plan with VSP as the Plan administrator. The Plan recently crossed the 5,000-member threshold with an additional 2,100 enrolled spouses.

 

Virta Health is the leader in transforming health and vitality by reversing obesity and type 2 diabetes. PFRPA’s first sponsor in the weight loss and diabetes space, Virta offers a personalized, sustainable alternative to traditional diabetes management.

 

Onrise Care 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.