49ERS FOUNDATION
2025/2026 ANNUAL REPORT

A Letter From Our Leaders

Dear Faithful,

For more than 35 years, the 49ers Foundation has remained committed to educating and empowering Bay Area youth and beyond. As we look back on the accomplishments from the past year, we are proud to share how the power of football and community came together in ways that will be felt for generations to come.

Super Bowl LX brought the world's biggest stage to the Bay Area, and with it, a historic opportunity to invest in our community. The 49ers Foundation, in partnership with the NFL Foundation and the Bay Area Host Committee Foundation, contributed $8.2 million in community grants, including our largest single contribution in 49ers Foundation history – a $3.7 million investment to revitalize Townsend Field at Buchser Middle School in Santa Clara. This field will serve students and the surrounding community as a testament to a legacy that extends far beyond a single game.

Through our direct service programs, 49ers EDU presented by ASML and 49ers PREP presented by U.S. Bank, we've seen firsthand how football can break down barriers, inspire confidence, and open doors to new opportunities. Whether it's introducing STEAM learning inside our classrooms at Levi's® Stadium, leveling the playing field for girls' flag football, or hosting free community-based programs for students around the globe, we are investing in the next generation so they can tackle what's possible on and off the field. Since 1991, the 49ers Foundation has invested over $80 million back into historically disadvantaged communities, and our reach now extends to the United Kingdom, Mexico, and the United Arab Emirates, united by a shared belief in the power of free access to sports and educational resources to shape lives.

This year's Impact Report is about more than just numbers. Behind every metric is a story of determination, creativity, and growth made possible through our direct service programs, charitable partners, and your support. These stories reflect the power of teamwork among our staff, players, coaches, alumni, Board of Directors, corporate partners, and, most importantly, you, the Faithful.

Thank you for joining us on this journey. Together, we will continue to build a stronger Bay Area and extend our impact beyond, toward a future where every young person has the tools, resources, and belief to achieve their dreams.

With gratitude and determination, thank you for remaining Faithful to the Next Generation.

 
 
 

Jenna York
Co-Owner,
Chief Impact Officer

Mara York
Co-Owner,
Chief Impact Officer

Our Mission Remains

The 49ers Foundation harnesses the power of football to educate and empower Bay Area youth and beyond through collective impact and a deep commitment to community. Through 49ers EDU's award-winning STEAM education programming and nationally recognized youth football, health and wellness programs, the Foundation inspires the confidence and collaboration youth need to tackle what is possible.

OUR PROGRAMMING

STEAM Education Meets Football Fun

EDUCATE

Inspiring K-8 students through STEAM experiences at Levi’s® Stadium and connecting those concepts to real-world possibilities.

Building Confidence Through Sport

EMPOWER

Flag and tackle football opportunities for youth across the Bay Area. Dedicated to expanding access to football for all!

Sharing Football Across Borders

BEYOND

Strengthening communities and empowering youth across borders through the power of football and STEAM education.

The Playbook for Impact

Throughout the year, the 49ers Foundation receives funding from a collection of sources, including: corporate sponsors, events, team funding, in-kind donations and donations from individuals. With this generous support funds, we are able to run our own programming and community events, while also investing in five incredible Bay Area legacy beneficiaries.

Community

The 49ers Foundation works closely with Community Relations on select programs throughout the year, and want to showcase the incredible work they do!

During the 2025 season, 49ers players, coaches, alumni, and ownership partnered with Bay Area nonprofits and community organizations to support youth and families, cancer survivors, military families, and social justice efforts. Check out the community report to learn more.

2026 NEWS

One Family, One Foundation.

Golden Heart Joins the 49ers Foundation

 OUR TEAM

 
 

Ownership

Denise DeBartolo York
Co-Chairman/Owner

John York
Co-Chairman/Owner

Jed York
Principle Owner

Jenna York
Co-Owner/Chief Impact Officer

Mara York
Co-Owner/Chief Impact Officer

The Board

Jerry Rice
Honorary Co-Chair / 49ers Alumnus

Kara Berg
Berg & Berg Enterprises, LLC

Tom Becker
BlackRock*

Lori Augustine
United Airlines

Kristi Bowers
Kings Mountain Vineyards

Brent Jones
49ers Alumnus

Derek Idemoto*
Cisco Systems, Inc.

David Fein*
Micron Technology, Inc.

Robert Fischbach
Copper River Advisors

Chris Jackman*
Levis®

Richard Kushel
BlackRock

Al Guido
San Francisco 49ers

Sanjay Mehrotra
Micron Technology, Inc.

Nicole Mossman
AssetMark

Chuck Robbins
Cisco Systems, Inc.

Brent Schoeb
San Francisco 49ers

Kehat Shahar
Google

Bryant Young
49ers Alumnus

* = Board Proxy

Grecia Barboza
Secretary

San Francisco 49ers

Grace Davis*
Sutter Health

Raya Elias-Petros
Sutter Health

Hasan Khanzada
Treasurer

San Francisco 49ers

49ERS FOUNDATION

Justin Prettyman: Executive Director, 49ers Foundation & Executive Vice President, Philanthropy 
Austin Fleishour: Senior Director, Philanthropy & Strategic Partnerships
Peggy Bradley: Director, Philanthropic Finance & Accounting 
Robert Watts: Director, Alumni Care & Support Services 
Sofy Navarro: Director, Program Impact & Strategy
Monique Stansell: Head of Administration & Special Projects 
Kari Karwoski: Special Projects Lead 
Kaleigh Anderson: Senior Manager, Strategic Partnerships
Katie Stephens: Manager, Events & Experience
Kellie Woods: Manager, Game Day Programs & Operations  
Aniela Olbrys: Coordinator, Marketing & Activations 
Diego Colmenares: Coordinator, Development
Elyse Martinez: Accounting Assistant
Atta Diop: Social Impact Fellow
Collette Madden: Intern, Events & Operations
Colby Benevento: Dig For Gold Program Lead
Vanessa Velasco: Dig For Gold Program Lead
Andrew Giba: 50/50 Raffle Lead

 

COMMUNITY RELATIONS

Corry Rush: Executive Vice President, Football Communications 
Michelle Beck: Director, Community Relations 
Hunter Bruckner: Manager, Community Relations 
Holland Rutter: Intern, Community Relations
Caleigh Elkin : Assistant, Football Communications and Community Relations

49ERS PREP

Roseanna Smith: Director of Global Youth Football
Tucker Baksa: Assistant Director, Global Youth Football  
Ryan Dillard: Manager, Youth Football Operations
Tori Coleman: Senior Coordinator, Youth Football Education & Community Programming

49ERS EDU

Sara Jin: Manager, EDU
Alexander Celis: Educational Assistant
Corina Mendoza: Educational Assistant
Natalia Zacker: Educational Assistant

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