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As a kid I was mindful of how life looked different for everyone, but as a man I am profoundly aware of the difference in opportunity, exposure, and privilege I grew up with compared to others. Where you live, the situation you were born into or the color of your skin should have no impact on the dreams you can dream.<\/p>\n

And it’s a beautiful thing when a kid’s dream comes true.<\/p>\n

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\nTravis Kelce<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Eighty-Seven and Running Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that empowers disadvantaged youth to achieve success by providing resources and support to their communities and cultivating their talent in the areas of education, business, athletics, STEM, and the arts. Eighty-Seven and Running Foundation seeks to change the outcomes of underserved youth in communities across the U.S. by creating access to opportunities, enrichment, and advancement.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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<\/div>[vc_custom_heading text=”STEM Education” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”h2t3″ css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2230px%22%7D%7D”]

Operation Breakthrough Ignition Lab<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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<\/div>\"\"<\/div><\/div>[vc_custom_heading text=”December 4, 2025″ font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”h6t2_date” css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2215px%22%2C%22font-weight%22%3A%22400%22%7D%7D”][vc_custom_heading text=”TE Travis Kelce Named Kansas City Chiefs Club Winner for 2025 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award Presented by Nationwide” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”h2t3″ css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2230px%22%7D%7D”]

Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce was named the team\u2019s Walter Payton Man of the Year, honoring his career and community impact through leadership, charity, and youth-focused initiatives in Kansas City.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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<\/div>\"Travis<\/div><\/div>[vc_custom_heading text=”December 5, 2024″ font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”h6t2_date” css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2215px%22%2C%22font-weight%22%3A%22400%22%7D%7D”][vc_custom_heading text=”TE Travis Kelce Named Kansas City Chiefs Nominee for Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award Presented by Nationwide” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”h2t3″ css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2230px%22%7D%7D”]

Travis Kelce, Kansas City Chiefs’ star TE, is nominated for the prestigious Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award, honoring his outstanding on-field achievements and transformative community impact.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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<\/div>\"\"<\/div><\/div>[vc_custom_heading text=”January 17, 2025″ font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”h6t2_date” css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2215px%22%2C%22font-weight%22%3A%22400%22%7D%7D”][vc_custom_heading text=”How one teen is set to represent Kansas City at this year\u2019s Super Bowl” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”h2t3″ css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2230px%22%7D%7D”]

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) – Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce gave a special gift to Javion Mahone \u2013 one of the first students to complete Operation Breakthrough\u2019s Ignition Lab from Hogan Preparatory Academy: Super Bowl LIX tickets.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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<\/div>\"\"<\/div><\/div>[vc_custom_heading text=”December 8, 2024″ font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”h6t2_date” css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2215px%22%2C%22font-weight%22%3A%22400%22%7D%7D”][vc_custom_heading text=”Travis Kelce arrives at Arrowhead in local nonprofit\u2019s EV \u201969 Chevelle” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”h2t3″ css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2230px%22%7D%7D”]

Travis Kelce unveiled a 1969 Chevelle EV, converted by local teens through Operation Breakthrough. Proceeds from car raffles will support educational programs for Kansas City children.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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<\/div>\"\"<\/div><\/div>[vc_custom_heading text=”September 5, 2024″ font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”h6t2_date” css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2215px%22%2C%22font-weight%22%3A%22400%22%7D%7D”][vc_custom_heading text=”Chiefs\u2019 Travis Kelce helps ignite Kansas City community with car rebuilding shop for students” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”h2t3″ css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2230px%22%7D%7D”]

KANSAS CITY \u2014 Travis Kelce wears many hats. He\u2019s an All-Pro tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, ubiquitous commercial pitchman, and as boyfriend to the world\u2019s biggest pop star, Swiftie in Chief.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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<\/div>\"\"<\/div><\/div>[vc_custom_heading text=”September 22, 2023″ font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”h6t2_date” css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2215px%22%2C%22font-weight%22%3A%22400%22%7D%7D”][vc_custom_heading text=”Kelce Car Jam Gets In Gear” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”h2t3″ css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2230px%22%7D%7D”]

The event highlights NFL star Travis Kelce\u2019s love of classic cars and music, all while helping students and families in KC.<\/p>\n

Dozens of cars were on display under the 12th Street Bridge, two of which were transformed by students within the Ignition Lab at Operation Breakthrough.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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<\/div>\"\"<\/div><\/div>[vc_custom_heading text=”November 9, 2022″ font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”h6t2_date” css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2215px%22%2C%22font-weight%22%3A%22400%22%7D%7D”][vc_custom_heading text=”UC alum Travis Kelce launches health and wellness endowment for student-athletes at alma mater” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”h2t3″ css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2230px%22%7D%7D”]

The Kansas City Chiefs tight end announced that his Eighty-Seven & Running Foundation will contribute to the University of Cincinnati Athletics Department through a Health and Wellness Endowment for student-athletes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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<\/div>\"\"<\/div><\/div>[vc_custom_heading text=”November 21, 2021″ font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”h6t2_date” css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2215px%22%2C%22font-weight%22%3A%22400%22%7D%7D”][vc_custom_heading text=”‘This safe haven is for them to dream big’ \u2014 Travis Kelce on his ‘Ignition Lab’ in Kansas City” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”h2t3″ css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2230px%22%7D%7D”]

Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce opens up about his “Ignition Lab,” where underprivileged youth can pursue a variety of career fields as they work towards a college education.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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[vc_custom_heading text=”My upbringing in Cleveland Heights inspired me to create Eighty-Seven and Running. Growing up in a diverse community taught me that helping others is always the right thing to do.” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”tmt1″ css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2230px%22%7D%7D”]

– Travis Kelce<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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[vc_custom_heading text=”When I got to the Ignition Lab, I\u2019m going to be honest, I had no idea what I was doing. But now, I have learned things that I can take into the real world and things I can use for an actual career that I can pursue later on in the future.” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”tmt1″ css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2230px%22%7D%7D”]

– Maliyah, Student, Operation Breakthrough<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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[vc_custom_heading text=”Travis Kelce has generously supported his hometown schools, providing over 2,300 kids with remote learning, after-school programs, tutoring, and inspirational speakers. He\u2019s setting a great example for our kids and alumni.” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”tmt1″ css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2230px%22%7D%7D”]

– Julianna Johnston Senturia, Executive Director, Heights Schools Foundation<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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[vc_custom_heading text=”Travis isn\u2019t just an NFL star to our children; he\u2019s shown them he genuinely cares. He\u2019s learned their names, spent time with them, and made them feel important. That\u2019s what sets him apart.” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”tmt1″ css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-size%22%3A%2230px%22%7D%7D”]

– Mary Esselman, President and CEO, Operation Breakthrough<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>

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