Supporting Whole Family & Community Wellness Through Sports & Opportunity
At OTF Cares, we believe that the health and well-being of our families extend far beyond the playing field. Our mission is rooted in supporting the whole health of our current NFL and alumni families—husbands, spouses, children, and the communities they continue to inspire and impact. We understand that our stakeholders are diverse, spanning generations from Baby Boomers to Gen Z and Alpha, each with unique needs, talents, and aspirations.
A Family-Centered Approach to Transformation
The OTF Cares Initiative is dedicated to fostering a culture of mental wellness, support, growth, and opportunity. By aligning with strong corporate and community partners, we aim to ignite transformational change and foster transparency—empowering our families to thrive both on and off the field. Our goal is to create a legacy of wellness that uplifts every generation, recognizing that the strength of our community is rooted in collective resilience and shared purpose.
A Platform for Community & Impact
Our families and stakeholders are committed to using their platforms as catalysts for positive change. By partnering with forward-thinking corporations and community organizations, we aim to lead and incite transformation and transparency—demonstrating how sports can serve as a powerful resource for community development. In turn, our communities reciprocate this support, creating a cycle of empowerment and growth.
Internships
OTF Cares is committed to developing the future workforce across professional sports and beyond. Our National Internship Program offers engaging, creative, behind-the-scenes experiences that expose talented individuals—whether aspiring athletes or future industry leaders—to the diverse careers within sports. Through this program, participants gain valuable skills, mentorship, and insights to shape their careers and lives.
Externships
Our Externship Program connects our members’ industry expertise with community business partners, fostering mutually beneficial relationships that promote skill-sharing, mentorship, and community impact. We view these initiatives as vital to strengthening our industry, our communities, and our collective future.
National Collegiate Internship 2025
Meet the Director
Gussie Carr Fuller is a passionate and dedicated professional serving as the Senior Business Development leader at the Behavioral Hospital of Bellaire. With a Master of Public Health degree specializing in Behavioral Health Sciences from Florida A&M University, Gussie has a strong foundation in research and community engagement. Her work includes managing a prestigious five-year NIH grant co-awarded to Meharry Medical College and Metro Nashville Public Schools, where her research focused on the influence of mass media marketing campaigns on adolescent brain development and social behaviors.
Driven by a commitment to address social determinants of health, Gussie actively curates initiatives that tackle education inequities and economic and health disparities affecting families. Her life’s mission is to enhance the well-being of those around her, empowering individuals at a disadvantage to achieve their fullest potential. She is particularly dedicated to dispelling the stigma surrounding mental healthcare in under-resourced and underserved communities.
As an experienced strategist and mental health professional, Gussie excels in identifying solutions for individuals and families facing life’s challenges. Her respected track record includes spearheading executive outreach initiatives, community development projects, and forging corporate partnerships across various organizations throughout the United States. Gussie’s creative intellect has fostered long-standing alliances across diverse professions, focusing on inclusion and access to resources.
Gussie's collaborative spirit extends into higher education, corporate settings, and the realm of collegiate and professional sports, where she has established unique partnerships aimed at enhancing community health and well-being. Gussie loves a full life alongside her husband, former NFL Cornerback, Randy Fuller, son, Ellington and daughter Eden.
Guided by a simple yet profound principle instilled by her father, Gussie believes, “If you can't leave it better than you found it, then leave it alone.” This philosophy underpins her work and commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.