Jack Eckhardt - Founder and President

The founder of Pass the Play Foundation — an organization born from my belief that every child deserves the chance to play.

Growing up, sports played a huge role in shaping who I am. They taught me discipline, confidence, and the value of teamwork. But I also know what it is for families to not be able to afford the gear to play.

So, I started Pass the Play to level the playing field — one ball, one pair of cleats, one jersey at a time.

Today, I’m proud to lead a growing team of volunteers, partners, and donors who share one goal: to remove the barriers between kids and the sports they love. This is more than a mission for me — it’s personal, it’s purposeful, and it’s just the beginning.

Let’s pass the play — and the opportunity — forward.