Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is set to conclude his 13th NFL season this Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders. With the Chiefs falling short of playoff contention, this matchup marks a pivotal moment as Kelce approaches a potential retirement decision after his contract expires this offseason.
At 36 years old, Kelce has showcased remarkable performance, leading the team with 73 receptions, 839 receiving yards, and five touchdowns entering Week 18. Notably, he has continued to excel even during a challenging period marked by the absence of injured quarterback Patrick Mahomes in recent weeks.
As fans gear up for Kelce’s final game of the 2025 season, attention has also been drawn to his significant charitable endeavors. His foundation, Eighty-Seven & Running, announced on Instagram the successful completion of a holiday initiative in collaboration with the nonprofit Operation Breakthrough. This effort provided gifts and essential items to over 3,000 families in Kansas City during the holiday season, a cause that is deeply meaningful to Kelce and his family.
The holiday gift drive was first mentioned on the Kelce brothers’ podcast, “New Heights,” where they encouraged fans to support the initiative through a public Amazon wish list. This philanthropic endeavor underscores Kelce’s commitment to his community, as he has been actively involved with Operation Breakthrough throughout his career in Kansas City.
Kelce’s charitable work has not gone unnoticed; he was named the Chiefs’ club winner for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award for the third time. He currently leads all club winners in fan voting for the Charity Challenge, with a potential $35,000 donation for Operation Breakthrough on the line if he garners the most votes.
Regardless of what lies ahead for Kelce in the NFL, his contributions to both the team and the Kansas City community will be remembered for years to come. The Chiefs-Raiders game is scheduled to kick off from Las Vegas at 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS, providing fans a final opportunity to witness the impact of a player who has undeniably left a mark both on and off the field.