Supporting Champions On and Off the Field: How the College Football Playoff Foundation is Making an Impact

Every college football fan understands the hype around the Heisman Trophy race each year. On our journey of tracking the progress of this race, there is a whole other side to college football that goes over a lot of people’s heads. The College Football Playoff Foundation (CFPF) plays a critical role in the world of college sports by supporting K-12 education across the United States, helping shape the communities that fuel college football.

Established in 2013 as the charitable arm of college football, The CFPF works through their program called Extra Yard for Teachers to empower teachers. The program allows K-12 teachers; particularly those in underfunded districts, to have access to grants, recognition, and other resources. The grants supply classrooms with all the necessary equipment from art supplies to science kits.

Since being established, the foundation has invested over $80 million dollars to support over 550,000 teachers and has impacted 12 million students in 60,000 schools nationwide. They are simply allowing students to get the education they deserve and one that they would otherwise miss out on.

Take Ms. Riley, an elementary school teacher from Georgia who used a grant from CFPF to buy hands on STEM equipment for her classroom. Her students, many who have never used real lab equipment, were able to explore science through interactive projects. For more success stories and to see how teachers are supported nationwide, go to Extra Yard for Teachers to learn more.

One of the unique aspects of the CFPF is how it engages fans, turning them into advocates for education. Football fans are passionate, and Extra Yard for Teachers gives them a way to channel that passion into something greater. Fans are not only inspired by the work happening in the classroom, but are also reminded that their love for the game can contribute to something positive off the field.

For those who follow the Heisman race, the impact of the CFPF is a reminder that the reach of college football extends beyond the stadium and rankings. The CFPF not only helps shape the future, but also the potential athletes and young leaders. Teachers are inspiring students who may one day see the field and young men who aspire to be the Heisman one day.

As college football fans, we all have the opportunity to support this mission by engaging with Extra Yard for Teachers, whether that’s through donations or simply sharing its impact with friends and family. To learn more about the College Football playoff Foundation and how you can make a difference, visit their website here or follow them on Twitter or their Instagram.