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Alumni Highlights

After dedicating their lives to the league, many challenges are unforeseen for athletes. However, through the help of The Golden Heart Fund and the determination and humility of athletes, there has been success. 

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Leo Johnson

Brotherhood Beyond Statistics

For the 49ers, Leo Johnson was family — even if you don't remember him

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Ms. Bettye & Lynn Thomas

Love & Dedication

"Once a Niner, always a Niner is what Lynn used to say, and they have lived up to that expectation,"

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Dennis Brown

A Players Transformation

After sports injuries forced Dennis to retire from football, he described the burden of feeling like he couldn’t provide for his family

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The power of The Golden Heart Fund is that it’s led by former players who have overcome their own challenges after hanging up their uniforms.

Service and a pay-it-forward mindset are essential to living well with purpose. Give back to your brothers and support our mission.