Joe Montana Volunteers at San Francisco Food Bank Ahead of Super Bowl

The NFL legend partners with Guinness to create a special beer, with proceeds going to support local food banks.

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Joe Montana volunteered at the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank on February 4, just days before Super Bowl LX. Montana also teamed up with Guinness to create a special Legends Lager beer, with $5 from each 4-pack sold going to the San Francisco Food Bank.

Why it matters

Montana's involvement highlights the ongoing issue of food insecurity in the Bay Area and the important role that community leaders and businesses can play in supporting local food banks, especially ahead of major events like the Super Bowl that draw significant attention.

The details

As part of Guinness' Gives Back initiative, Montana joined other volunteers in sorting and packaging produce at the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank to be distributed to partner sites across the region. The Legends Lager beer, a limited-time pale wheat lager, will also contribute funds to the food bank, with $5 from each 4-pack sold going to support their efforts.

  • Joe Montana volunteered at the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank on February 4, 2026.
  • The Legends Lager beer will be available for a limited time in the Bay Area ahead of Super Bowl LX.

The players

Joe Montana

A Hall of Fame quarterback who played for the San Francisco 49ers and is known for his charitable work in the local community.

Tanis Crosby

The Executive Director of the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank, who praised Montana's involvement and commitment to ending hunger in the area.

Lisa Garcia

A volunteer at the food bank who expressed her admiration for Montana and the impact of his participation.

Guinness

The beer company partnering with Montana on the Legends Lager to support the San Francisco Food Bank through a portion of sales.

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What they’re saying

“Joe Montana is a legend, he's a leader, he also has a really big heart and cares about ending hunger in our community.”

— Tanis Crosby, Executive Director, San Francisco-Marin Food Bank (KTVU Fox 2)

“I've been a big fan of Joe Montana since I was young. My kids grew up knowing about Montana and all of the famous players during their time with the Super Bowls, so I feel really honored.”

— Lisa Garcia, Volunteer (KTVU Fox 2)

What’s next

Montana will be flipping the coin at Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026, continuing his involvement with the big game and his support for the local community.

The takeaway

Joe Montana's volunteer work at the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank and his partnership with Guinness to support the organization demonstrates the power of community leaders to make a tangible difference in addressing food insecurity, especially in the lead-up to major events like the Super Bowl that bring increased attention to the region.