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 2024 0N 02/03/2025.
VOLUNTEERS WANTED FOR FUN & EXCITEMENT!
Are you are searching for a great opportunity to volunteer some of your time? Here's one where you can have fun and generate excitement, while providing community service and participating in an organized charity event.
Pro Players Association (PPA) is a 501c3 nonprofit community service organization 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 raise money for worthwhile programs and charities that will benefit the community.
Their mission, simply stated, " Dedication to Serving and Giving Back to the Community", is one often proven since their incorporation in 2002.
PPA's commitment and dedication of Giving Back to the Community may translate into a hands-on activity by holding a junior football clinic, playing in a charity golf tournament, helping to cook meals to feed the homeless, holding a holiday party for people with disabilities or mentoring to young adults. These events involve much-needed interaction between the community and the Pro Players members.
Visit our "Membership" page for introductory information and a preliminary membership application.
UPCOMING EVENTS
MOTORMANIA CAR, TRUCK & BIKE SHOWS
2025 MOTORMANIA SHOW PLANNING IN PROGRESS!
2024 MOTORMANIA SHOW
THE WINNERS!
Trophies sponsored by Advance Auto Parts and presented by World-Class Freestyle Skiier John Sandy Santucci
ADVANCE AUTO PARTS will be sponsoring our upcoming Motormania Shows at their new facility located at S. Quebec St. & County Line Rd, Centennial, Saturday, October 26; 10am-2pm.
Trunk 'n Treat for the Kids!
Food Trucks to include Sushi, Pizza, and Gelato.
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Pro Players Association's Motormania Shows participated in the Grand Opening of Advance's New Superstore on Thursday, July 19, 2023. Motormania assisted in the organization of the event having invited car guys and gals to represent with their wheels. All was well until the weather took a change!
MEMBERS IN THE NEWS
GOOSE GOSSAGE FEATURED IN GAZETTE NEWS
⚾️ MLB Hall of Famer Richard "Goose" Gossage shares his journey from humble beginnings in Colorado Springs, at Bonny Park where he played Little League, to his Hall of Fame career with the Yankees. https://tinyurl.com/53ezsbzz
CONGRATS TO PPA BOARD MEMBER
CHRIS BREWER
FOR HIS RECOGNITION AS
"COMMUNITY ADVOCATE OF THE YEAR"
Advocating for the treatment and a cure for Prostate Cancer.
CONGRATS TO MARK COOPER INDUCTED INTO THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI SPORTS HALL OF FAME!
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CONGRATS TO MASTER FELIX CLAUDIO Inducted into the Taekwondo Hall of Fame, Munich, Germany
DENVER ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE
PPA CEO GARY R. ADLER is a Parade Marshal and assists with coordinating and presenting the largest St. Pat’s Parade west of the Mississippi! Now in his 7th season as a Marshal, Gary and a great group of Marshals will put on yet another spectacular show down the streets of Denver! Saturday, March 15th, 2025!
GOOD LUCK TO PPA BOARD MEMBER RUBEN GONZALEZ TRAINING FOR THE WINTER OLYMPICS LUGE
Track video from Olympic Park Training Center, Park City, UT:
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/zGba5PBQSJ7Uhwcs/?mibextid=WC7FNe
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!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
COLORADO GOLF EXPO
MARCH 7 - 9, 2025
COLORADO CONVENTION CENTER
DENVER, CO
Pro Players Association will present a booth promoting our upcoming Charity Golf events for 2025. This will be our 21st year at the Expo!
Click on LOGO for more info.
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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.
AUCTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
A MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD
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
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
NEW ARRIVALS
UPCOMING AUCTIONS
PRO PLAYERS ASSOCIATION AUCTIONS
2025
SILENT & LIVE AUCTIONS
Holmes Omega Golf Tournament, Hyland Hills Westminster, CO
Friday, May 30
ONLINE ONLY AUCTIONS
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
CURRENT MEMBER NEWS
GET WELL WISHES
BILL HARRIS (at Advent Littleton)
RALPH SIMPSON (at UCH)
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CONDOLENCES
TIM SMITH, ON THE PASSING OF HIS BROTHER STEVE SMITH 2/20/25
"MAY THEIR MEMORY BE FOR A BLESSING AND MAY THEY REST IN PEACE"
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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
CLICK ON "VIEW MY CALENDAR" FOR UPCOMING PPA EVENTS
SPONSORS
SUPPORT THE SPONSORS WHO SUPPORT US!
D&G AUTO REPAIR SERVICE, PEYTON, CO
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Denver, CO 80223
303-733-8494
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SPONSORS IN THE NEWS
Check out all the services our sponsor Academy Art & Frame Company provides...
The item shown in the presentation belongs to the Pro Players Association.
CONDOLENCES
YOUNGBLOOD'S JESSE COLIN YOUNG, 84
Jesse Colin Young, a good friend who supported my work with Pro Players Association Concerts of Compassion. Jesse told Gary Adler, PPA CEO, anytime we needed him to perform "Get Together" he'd make it his best effort to be there. Such sad news of his passing. RIP Jesse.
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CHARTER MEMBER/BOARD MEMBER/HONORARY BOARD MEMBER
RON CRAMER, 82
It is with sincere sadness that I must announce the passing of Ron Cramer, 82, former Baltimore Colts and Denver Broncos Defensive Back. Ron was in home hospice care when he passed earlier this evening after a long brave battle with emphysema.
Ron played football at and graduated from Millersville Teachers College, Millersville, PA., where he was selected as the Right Defensive Back for the Tri-State Honors Team. His pro career began with the Baltimore Colts alongside Johnny Unitas, 1960-63. Ron continued his stay with the Colts on their semi-pro team, 1964-65. He joined the Broncos as a Defensive Back- Special Teams member for the 1966-67 season.
Ron often liked to share his many experiences of playing with Johnny Unitas on the Baltimore Colts. He was a charter member, past executive board member, and honorary board member of the Pro Players Association. He was also a past member of the NFL Alumni Rocky Mountain Chapter. After retirement from football and having settled in Denver, Ron became a professional auctioneer. He was employed in the auction industry until he was diagnosed with emphysema and had to use oxygen to assist his breathing.
Ron is survived by his wife, Nancy Baker-Cramer, his brother Corke Cramer, his stepson Jeremy Cramer. Memorial arrangements to be announced.
I am posting this at the request of Ron's wife Nancy.
On a personal note,
Ron and I have been friends for thirty years. He was one of the first pro football players that I met when I moved to Colorado. We became great friends and remained as such for all these years. I feel very fortunate that I was able to visit with Ron twice in the last two weeks while he was at home in hospice care. We shared many memories, and he was spot-on recollecting each event. I had the privilege of photographing Ron and Nancy's wedding and we have spent many great times together over those many years. Ron was always there to lend a hand with our many fundraising activities, and he organized and coordinated our 2008 Bowling Tournament.
I will truly miss this great friend who was one of my greatest supporters of many years of my fundraising and auctioneering careers.
Pro Players Association sends our heartfelt condolences to his wife Nancy and his family. May his memory be for a blessing. Ron, may you Rest in Peace.
Photos©️Blind Images
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES
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Visit our plan web site for more information and registration: www.proplayersassociationdental.com
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What’s Up!
PRO PLAYERS ASSOCIATION'S DENVER BRONCOS Bill Harris represented at the Lone Tree Police Department Open House 2023 held Saturday, July 22 at the Lone Tree Arts Center. PPA's Gary R. Adler and John Sandy Santucci manned the booth which was representative of a presentation on the National Weather Service's Summer Safety Campaign. Pro Players Association was designated as a Weather Ready Nation Ambassador in 2019 and are members of NWS SKYWARN Severe Storm Spotting Team. Thanks to PPA's Justin Byrd, owner of Big Dog Wraps, who printed the awesome severe weather safety tips posters for display at the event. Bill Harris signed autographs and took selfies with the many fans who were visiting our booth. Thank you to both Sgt Scott Cavenah and Officer Scott Howard of the Lone Tree Police Department for recognizing us and inviting us to this great community awareness event.
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PRO PLAYERS ASSOCIATION'S DENVER BRONCOS CHRIS BREWER represented at the Calhan Summer Fest on behalf of the Eastern Plains Community Pantry where he greeted football fans, took selfies and signed autographs to help generate donations for the Pantry Charity Booth, July 14, 2023.
All Photos c Blind Images 2023
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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
VISIT OUR MILITARY SUPPORT PAGE FOR DETAILS.
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