At Players Philanthropy Fund (PPF), our mission has always been clear: to make philanthropy simple,...
Giving Back, Made Possible: PPF’s 2025 Annual Report
At PPF, we believe generosity has the power to change lives, especially when it’s supported by strong infrastructure, thoughtful stewardship, and a people-first approach. In 2025, that belief translated into measurable growth, expanded global reach, and deeper impact for the changemakers we serve.
Despite a year marked by some uncertainty and rapid change, PPF didn’t just adapt—we led. Together with our fiscally sponsored projects, donors, and partners, we strengthened the foundation that makes meaningful impact possible.
Strengthening Philanthropic Infrastructure to Maximize Impact
In 2025, PPF invested heavily in modernizing the operating systems that power effective philanthropy. In doing so, we enhanced financial visibility, transparency, and accountability across all projects. These upgrades directly expanded our ability to support more causes, more efficiently, and with even greater trust.
Fiscal Sponsorship That Scales Across Communities Worldwide
As a leading fiscal sponsor, PPF supported more than 650 charitable projects across all 50 U.S. states and 35 countries in 2025. From grassroots initiatives to global relief efforts, our platform enables changemakers to focus on mission-driven work while we manage the back office. This scalable, compliant approach to fiscal sponsorship continues to attract philanthropists looking to turn passion into purpose - athletes, corporations, entertainers, and community leaders alike.
Charitable Giving Growth in 2025: By the Numbers
PPF experienced significant growth across nearly every measure of charitable giving in 2025, reflecting increased donor confidence and engagement:
- $91.5M+ in total charitable donations (over 30% year-over-year growth)
- More than 4,300 grants distributed to charities, individuals, and businesses in need
- More than tripled the growth of our giving portfolio
These results show a growing need for modern, flexible philanthropic solutions and PPF’s role in meeting that need.
Expanding Global Reach Through Mission-Driven Projects
In 2025, PPF-supported projects advanced work across 15 mission categories, including education, community development, youth initiatives, and disaster relief. We also welcomed 120 new projects, extending our reach to new communities and causes. Our global footprint spans North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, South America, and Australia. It shows how accessible, well-supported philanthropy can drive change worldwide.
Empowering Changemakers With Turnkey Philanthropic Support
At the core of PPF’s work is a simple belief: when giving back is made easy, generosity thrives. As a 501(c)(3) public charity, PPF removes administrative complexity by handling compliance, accounting, and grant management, which allows our partners to stay focused on impact. This people-first model ensures donors, projects, and communities alike benefit from thoughtful stewardship and operational excellence.
Looking Ahead: The Future of Purpose-Driven Philanthropy
As we look to the future, PPF remains committed to strengthening our foundation, investing in innovation, and supporting transformative initiatives with clarity and integrity. We measure the impact of 2025 not only in dollars raised, but also in lives touched, communities uplifted, and causes strengthened.
Together with our partners, we are building something enduring. Explore the full 2025 Annual Report and learn more about PPF’s mission and impact at ppf.org.