Kansas City Chiefs’ Travis Kelce donates a $3.3 million home to support homeless youth, sparking speculation that Taylor Swift may have financed the move. Despite the controversy, Kelce’s history of generous contributions to social causes backs the authenticity of his philanthropic efforts.

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Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce is no stranger to giving back, but his latest act of philanthropy is grabbing headlines for more than just its price tag. The tight end recently donated a $3.3 million home to Foster Love, a nonprofit working to support homeless youth in Kansas City.

While many have applauded the move as a heartfelt gesture, the internet has exploded with speculation — with some fans claiming pop sensation Taylor Swift may have quietly financed Kelce’s generous donation.

The donation comes on the heels of a tough Super Bowl loss, but Travis Kelce’s influence off the field remains as powerful as ever. With a $17.1 million annual contract and an estimated net worth of $90 million, he’s got the financial means to make a serious impact. Still, not everyone is convinced the donation was purely altruistic.

The controversy kicked off when fans began questioning the true origin of the funds. Some social media users speculated that Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce’s high-profile girlfriend, may have contributed — or even footed the entire bill. Theories range from Swift subtly backing the donation to the couple strategically making philanthropic moves to boost their public image. “Some fans assume that the singer paid,” read one line in a Marca report, igniting even more online chatter.

Still, those close to the athlete say this isn’t out of character for him. Travis Kelce founded the Eighty-Seven & Running foundation in 2015, focusing on underserved youth in both Cleveland and Kansas City. In 2024 alone, he donated 25,000 meals to students in need — a far cry from a one-off publicity stunt.

Many are calling the donation a “classy act” and a reflection of Kelce’s long-standing commitment to social good. Others, however, suggest the timing and optics are too calculated. Tax benefits have also entered the conversation, with critics speculating the move could be financially strategic.

Despite the noise, Kelce’s track record speaks volumes. His involvement with programs like Operation Breakthrough and direct contributions to education initiatives underscore a history of impact. Whether motivated by love, strategy, or genuine goodwill, one thing is clear: lives in Kansas City will be changed for the better.

Patrick Mahomes’ Family Includes His Pro Athlete Dad & Influencer Brother—What You Didn’t Know About the Mahomes Clan

Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes is a man on a mission going into Super Bowl LIX. The star player, who has already won three Super Bowls, is looking to join legends like Joe Montana and Terry Bradshaw with four and to do it all before his thirtieth birthday. It would not just be a pretty big accomplishment, but leave him in the best position possible to one day catch Tom Brady’s 7 Super Bowl rings, the most of any QB in history.

And if the Kansas City Chiefs are to win their third-straight Super Bowl trophy, they’ll certainly need the best version of Mahomes. And the QB, who has a 17-3 record in the playoffs, is ready for another shot at glory. Besides him, while he tries will be his entire family, which includes his wife Brittany, their three kids, Sterling, 3, Bronze, 2, and Golden, who was born less than a month ago.

But reports indicate the rest of his very large family—or at least most of them, will also be there to support him, including his parents and siblings. But who are the members of Patrick Mahomes’ family? Who are his parents and siblings?

Who are Patrick Mahomes’ parents?

Patrick Mahomes’ parents are Pat Mahomes, a former MLB pitcher, and Randi Martin. The two married in the 90s and divorced in 2006 after having two kids together. They both went on to have other kids after their divorce, leaving Patrick Mahomes with several siblings on both his father’s and mother’s side.

Randi Martin, Patrick Mahomes’ mom, confirmed to Page Six that not only would she be at the Super Bowl supporting her son, but that she would be on “grandma duty,” during the game. “That’s the most excited I will be ’cause all three are gonna be there,” Randi Martin explained. “So, I may or may not watch the game, but I will be holding the grandbabies!”

In an interview with ABC4 in 2020, Martin discussed raising Patrick and her certainty that he was destined for success. “I knew when it came to sports, he was going to be able to reach whatever level he wanted,” she said at the time. “Before his junior year in high school, he came to me that summer wanting to quit football, but I just said you’re going to regret it if you quit.”

His father, Pat Mahomes, who he shares a name with—though his father goes by Pat and the Chiefs QB by Patrick—is also expected to be at the Super Bowl. And it’s fitting, as he’s the reason his now famous son started playing sports in the first place. Pat Mahomes was an MLB pitcher from 1992 to 2003, playing for the Minnesota Twins, the Boston Red Sox, the New York Mets, the Texas Rangers, the Chicago Cubs, and the Pittsburgh Pirates. He also played in Japan.

At a press conference in 2021, Patrick Mahomes discussed the lessons he’d learned from his father. “I got to see him battle and grind to try to get back there,” he said. “You never know if it’s going to be like this for the rest of your career. So, I try to win as much as possible now and do whatever I can to win multiple Super Bowls.” He added, “I’m at the right point in my career where I can use my voice and people can really, really make an impact in this world. This year, with everything that happened, it prompted me to really be bigger, and then be more than I had been before.”

Who are Patrick Mahomes’ siblings?

Patrick’s parents had another child after him, Jackson Mahomes, who is an influencer. Jackson Mahomes has had several controversies follow him, perhaps the biggest one when he was arrested for aggravated sexual battery. He later pleaded guilty to a single misdemeanor count of battery and was sentenced to six months probation. Three felony charges were dropped after the victim refused to cooperate; due to the numerous threats she’d received.

Jackson Mahomes is the only other child of both Pat Mahomes and Randi Martin, but both have gone on to have children afterward. Randi Martin has another child, Mia Randall, who was born in 2011. Meanwhile, Pat Mahomes has another son, Graham Walker, and two daughters, Avery Mahomes and Zoe Mahomes. That means that, in total, Patrick Mahomes has two younger brothers and three younger sisters.

“He’s a little bit more laid back than the others,” Pat Mahomes said of his son in a January 2024 interview with FOX4. “Stays away from the spotlight and goes out and grinds and works. But a very impressive young man.”

Of Patrick Mahomes’ other siblings, Mia is a budding social media star of her own, with her mother Randi posting about her on her social media constantly. She’s involved in various sports, including tennis, volleyball, football, and basketball. Meanwhile, Patrick’s youngest sister, Zoe Mahomes has an Instagram of her own where she showcases her budding soccer skills.