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About PFAA

What is the Pittsburg Football Alumni Association?: PFAA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting former Pittsburg High School football players, coaches, and staff — and giving back to the football programs that shaped us. We fund equipment, scholarships, and programs at the high school, junior college, and youth levels throughout Pittsburg, California.
Is PFAA a nonprofit?: Yes. PFAA is organized as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. All contributions — whether through membership tiers or direct donations — are tax-deductible to the extent provided by law. Members receive a donation receipt via email upon joining.
Who runs the PFAA?: PFAA was founded by Robert Belleci (Pittsburg '98) and is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors made up of Pirate alumni. Our mission is community-first, and we operate with full transparency on how funds are used.
How is my contribution used?: A minimum of 70% of all revenue goes directly to football programs in the city of Pittsburg. The remaining portion covers organizational overhead, website operations, and administrative costs. We publish an annual financial summary for members.

Who is eligible to become a member?: Membership is open to former Pittsburg High School football players (any era), coaches, managers, spirit squad members, and significant supporters of the program. If you bled black and orange, you belong here.
Is my membership contribution tax-deductible?: Yes. Because PFAA is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, your annual membership contribution qualifies as a charitable deduction. You'll receive a receipt via email for your records.
Can I pay monthly?: Annual billing only currently. We may add monthly options in the future based on member demand.
How do I cancel my membership?: You can cancel anytime from your Account Settings. Access continues through the end of your paid period.
What is "Sponsor a Pirate"?: Some former Pirates want to be part of the Brotherhood but face financial barriers. Sponsor a Pirate allows any member or donor to anonymously cover another person's annual membership. The identity of both the sponsor and recipient remains private.
I can't afford membership right now. Can I still be involved?: Absolutely. You can subscribe to the public newsletter for free, attend public events, and let us know — we may be able to connect you with a sponsor.

How do I update my profile information?: Once you're a member, head to Profile → Edit from your dashboard. You control which fields are visible publicly vs. members-only.
Can people outside PFAA see my profile?: By default, your name and class year are visible in the directory. All contact information and photos are members-only. You have full control in your privacy settings.
How do photo tags work?: When you upload a photo, you can search for and tag other PFAA members. Tagged members get notified and the photo appears on their profile. You can remove tags from your own profile at any time.
I see an error in the record book. How do I report it?: Use the Contact page with subject "News / Content Tip" — include the category, the entry, and the correction. We verify before changing the books.

What events does PFAA host annually?: Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Alumni Football Reunion, Pre-Season Kickoff Dinner, Crab Feed, and Alumni Meet & Greets at home games.
How do I register for an event?: Each event listing has its own registration or ticket link. Members get priority access to limited-capacity events.
Can non-members attend PFAA events?: Most events are open to the public. Some — marked with a lock icon — are members only.

I want to nominate someone for the Hall of Fame. How?: Use our Contact form with subject "Hall of Fame Nomination." Include the nominee's name, graduation year, position, and a brief description of their contributions to Pirate football.
I know a Pirate who has passed. How do I submit a Fallen Pirate tribute?: Use our Contact form with subject "Fallen Pirates Submission." Include the person's name, class year, position, and any photos or tribute text you'd like included. All submissions are reviewed before publication.