Who We Are
Players Philanthropy Fund & LHBF
Founded by 2x Super Bowl Champion and Ravens "Ring of Honor" inductee Matt Stover and philanthropy expert Seth McDonnell, PPF is dedicated to empowering individuals, corporations and projects that help communities. Players Philanthropy Fund, a Maryland charitable trust recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Via fiscal sponsorship with PPF, L Hispanic Business Foundation is able to fulfill our mission and solicit tax-deductible donations, apply for and distribute grants, host fundraisers/events, and operate mission-driven programs. LHBF is a project of PPF to help minority owned and Latino owned businesses.
Professional Management & Team
Gil Zapata
Director of LHBF
Latino & Minority Owned Businesses
Seth McDonnell
Co-Founder of PPF, CEO
Vice Chairman of the Board
Matt Stover
Co-founder of PPF & CSO
Chairman of the Board
Alan Helfer
Corporate Treasurer, Trustee
Managing Member,
Helfer Bell LLC
The Players Philanthropy Fund supports efforts that make the world a better place by providing a structure for organizations like ours to receive donations. PPF leadership and staff have over 150 years of combined experience in philanthropy. LHBF counts on the professional management, experience and financial management of the Players Philanthropy Fund. Rest assure that your donations are secured and professionally managed by a team of experts at Players Philanthropy Fund. To learn more about the Leadership at PPF, just click the button About PPF