--- title: Home — The Golden Heart Fund description: The Golden Heart Fund is a player-led community where former 49ers support one another in navigating the challenges that come with life after the NFL. image: https://goldenheartfund.org/hubfs/07780_AZ_49ERS_21_EDIT.jpg --- ![ ](https://goldenheartfund.org/hs-fs/hubfs/098_PATRICK_WILLIS_EDITS.jpg?width=256&height=144&name=098_PATRICK_WILLIS_EDITS.jpg) ![098_PATRICK_WILLIS_EDITS](https://goldenheartfund.org/hs-fs/hubfs/098_PATRICK_WILLIS_EDITS.jpg?width=1200&height=800&name=098_PATRICK_WILLIS_EDITS.jpg) # Faithful Beyond the 4th Quarter Here to provide ethos guided support for players and families after the 4th Quarter ends. # OUR MISSION ##### Create a meaningful, trusted network of happy, healthy, and purpose-driven alumni who are inspired to give back to each other and the community. ![2024 Golden Heart Run Sponsorships](https://goldenheartfund.org/hs-fs/hubfs/2024%20Golden%20Heart%20Run%20Sponsorships.jpg?width=1455&height=2000&name=2024%20Golden%20Heart%20Run%20Sponsorships.jpg) ## Our Model ## Free & Confidential. ## Community Driven. ## Player-Led. Seeded by the DeBartolo and York families, The Golden Heart Fund was established in 2017 to help players during times of hardship. We empower our alumni by fostering empathetic player to player relationships that break through barriers and create lasting connections. We provide comprehensive, personalized benefits evaluations, resources, and support to all 49ers alumni with one accredited season and their families, addressing access to health, wellness, and post-development care. We want to fulfill our promise to support players who have dedicated their all to the game. [ Learn About Us ](https://goldenheartfund.org/about-us?hsLang=en) ## Our Services Alumni deserve support. We've got you. [![ ](https://20936366.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/20936366/Benefits.svg " ")](https://goldenheartfund.org/are-you-leaving-benefits-on-the-table?hsLang=en) Help Identifying & Collecting Benefits [![ ](https://20936366.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/20936366/LifeAfter.svg " ")](https://goldenheartfund.org/alumni-services?hsLang=en#Navigating) Navigating Life After Football [![Untitled design-92](https://goldenheartfund.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design-92.png?width=154&height=114&name=Untitled%20design-92.png "Untitled design-92")](https://goldenheartfund.org/alumni-services-0?hsLang=en) Caregiving & Family Services [![brain](https://goldenheartfund.org/hubfs/brain.svg "brain")](https://goldenheartfund.org/alumni-services?hsLang=en#Concussion) Brain Health Support [![ ](https://20936366.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/20936366/EmergencySupport.svg " ")](https://goldenheartfund.org/alumni-services?hsLang=en#Grants) Emergency Financial Assistance ![Screen Shot 2023-04-07 at 7.33.00 PM Large](https://goldenheartfund.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202023-04-07%20at%207.33.00%20PM%20Large.jpeg?width=914&height=592&name=Screen%20Shot%202023-04-07%20at%207.33.00%20PM%20Large.jpeg) ## Alumni Highlights Love & Dedication A love story of Ms. Bettye and Lynn Thomas. Their love and dedication not only for one another but as well as for their second family, the 49ers. [ Read Their Story ](https://goldenheartfund.org/alumni-highlights?hsLang=en) Our Partners Teaming up on your behalf. ![placeholder_200x200](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/content/email-template-images/placeholder_200x200.png "placeholder_200x200") ![placeholder_200x200](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/content/email-template-images/placeholder_200x200.png "placeholder_200x200") [![Untitled design-86](https://goldenheartfund.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design-86.png?width=1080&height=1080&name=Untitled%20design-86.png) ](https://www.49ers.com) [![Untitled design-84](https://goldenheartfund.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design-84.png?width=1080&name=Untitled%20design-84.png "Untitled design-84")](https://www.49ers.com/foundation/) ![placeholder_200x200](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/content/email-template-images/placeholder_200x200.png "placeholder_200x200") ![placeholder_200x200](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/content/email-template-images/placeholder_200x200.png "placeholder_200x200") [![fanatics-licensing-management-nflpa-color-logo](https://goldenheartfund.org/hubfs/fanatics-licensing-management-nflpa-color-logo.png "fanatics-licensing-management-nflpa-color-logo")](https://nflpa.com/) [![Untitled design-27](https://goldenheartfund.org/hubfs/Untitled%20design-27.png "Untitled design-27")](https://playerstrust.com) [![cariloop white](https://goldenheartfund.org/hs-fs/hubfs/cariloop%20white.png?width=474&height=189&name=cariloop%20white.png "cariloop white")](https://www.cariloop.com) [![Untitled design-28](https://goldenheartfund.org/hubfs/Untitled%20design-28.png "Untitled design-28")](https://www.profootballhof.com) [![Untitled design-39](https://goldenheartfund.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design-39.png?width=800&height=800&name=Untitled%20design-39.png "Untitled design-39")](https://www.nflplayercare.com) [![Nav-Logo-White](https://goldenheartfund.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Nav-Logo-White.webp?width=1207&height=453&name=Nav-Logo-White.webp "Nav-Logo-White")](https://ConcussionAndCTE.org) [![Untitled design-30](https://goldenheartfund.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design-30.png?width=1000&height=1000&name=Untitled%20design-30.png "Untitled design-30")](https://www.pfrpa.com) [![color-white-logo-e1733242799731](https://goldenheartfund.org/hubfs/color-white-logo-e1733242799731.webp "color-white-logo-e1733242799731")](https://hof-health.com/) ## You cheered for them. Now let's stand for them. [ Donate Now ](https://goldenheartfund.org/donate?hsLang=en)