Operation Breakthrough

Travis Kelce and Kodiak Team Up to Donate 25,000 Meals to Kansas City Youth

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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PARK CITY, Utah, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kodiak, the breakfast company known for its high-protein, whole grain breakfast products, and Travis Kelce, star tight-end of the Kansas City Chiefs and investor in the Kodiak brand have come together to donate 25,000 meals to the children of Kansas City. Through Operation Breakthrough, an afterschool program for under-resourced youth, hundreds of families will receive hot breakfasts, provided by Kodiak and Travis. 

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  • PARK CITY, Utah, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kodiak , the breakfast company known for its high-protein, whole grain breakfast products, and Travis Kelce, star tight-end of the Kansas City Chiefs and investor in the Kodiak brand have come together to donate 25,000 meals to the children of Kansas City.
  • Through Operation Breakthrough, an afterschool program for under-resourced youth, hundreds of families will receive hot breakfasts, provided by Kodiak and Travis.
  • Alongside Kodiak, a brand I love, we will be making a meaningful difference in the day-to-day life of hundreds of Kansas City kids, and I couldn't be more excited to make this happen," shared Travis.
  • Travis Kelce has worked closely with Operation Break on initiatives such as the creation of the Ignition Lab powered by Eighty-Seven & Running .

Mama Kelce’s Cookies Will Be Sold at Chiefs’ and Eagles’ NFL Christmas Games to Benefit Operation Breakthrough and the Eagles Autism Foundation

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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The Aramark culinary teams will freshly prepare Mama Kelce’s cookie recipe for fans.

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  • The Aramark culinary teams will freshly prepare Mama Kelce’s cookie recipe for fans.
  • All proceeds from cookie sales will benefit Operation Breakthrough based in Kansas City and the Eagles Autism Foundation based in Philadelphia, and Aramark will match the donation to each organization 1:1.
  • “I am so excited to work with Aramark to bring my cookies to Chiefs’ and Eagles’ fans on Christmas day,” said Donna Kelce.
  • “In this season of giving, it means so much to raise money for two great charities through an old-fashioned bake sale.

RealTruck donates $50,000 to Travis Kelce's 87 & Running foundation and launches Ultimate Tailgating Truck Giveaway

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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ANN ARBOR, Mich., Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- RealTruck, Inc., the premier manufacturer of functional aftermarket accessories and an online destination for truck, Jeep® and off-road enthusiasts announces the Ultimate Tailgating Truck Giveaway, whereby a passionate football fan can win a customized Toyota Tundra, perfectly accessorized for Game Day. The sweepstakes was announced at Travis Kelce's first-ever Car Jam event in Kansas City on September 22, which RealTruck sponsored. Kansas City Firefighter Craig Cummings presented a $50,000 check at Kelce Car Jam on behalf of RealTruck in support of Kelce's 87 & Running foundation. His foundation 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.

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  • The sweepstakes was announced at Travis Kelce's first-ever Car Jam event in Kansas City on September 22, which RealTruck sponsored.
  • Kansas City Firefighter Craig Cummings presented a $50,000 check at Kelce Car Jam on behalf of RealTruck in support of Kelce's 87 & Running foundation.
  • "I can't wait for the Ultimate Tailgating Truck Giveaway to see what RealTruck comes up with for the lucky winner."
  • The Ultimate Tailgating Truck Giveaway runs through November 2, and anyone can enter to win at realtruck.com/win .

Black & Veatch, Operation Breakthrough Launch Solar-Powered Learning Lab Honoring Retired CEO Steve Edwards

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Tuesday, September 6, 2022
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Black & Veatch , a leading global provider of critical human infrastructure solutions, and Operation Breakthrough Inc ., a nonprofit organization in Kansas City, Mo., have launched the Steve Edwards Renewable Energy Lab.

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  • Black & Veatch , a leading global provider of critical human infrastructure solutions, and Operation Breakthrough Inc ., a nonprofit organization in Kansas City, Mo., have launched the Steve Edwards Renewable Energy Lab.
  • The lab commemorates Edwards 44-year career at Black & Veatch and honors his contributions across global communities in the field of sustainability.
  • The Steve Edwards Renewable Energy Lab will play a vital role in Operation Breakthroughs teen-led Hydroponic Container Farm called Growing Outside the Box.
  • It is an honor for Operation Breakthrough to be included in celebrating Steve Edwards legacy at Black & Veatch, said Mary Esselman, CEO, Operation Breakthrough.

CommunityAmerica Credit Union and Travis Kelce Team Up to Help Kansas Citians

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Friday, August 26, 2022
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LENEXA, Kan., Aug. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CommunityAmerica Credit Union and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce are excited to announce they will team up to provide financial literacy and philanthropic support that benefit people and organizations across the metro.

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  • CommunityAmerica Credit Union and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce are excited to announce they will team up to provide financial literacy and philanthropic support that benefit people and organizations across the metro.
  • LENEXA, Kan., Aug. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CommunityAmerica Credit Union and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce are excited to announce they will team up to provide financial literacy and philanthropic support that benefit people and organizations across the metro.
  • "There is great synergy between Travis, our CEO, Lisa Ginter, and her vision for CommunityAmerica to help Kansas Citians get on a path to thrive and achieve financial peace of mind," said CommunityAmerica Credit Union Chief Marketing & Strategy Officer Whitney Bartelli.
  • "Since I came to KC, I've watched Lisa and her team at CommunityAmerica play a major role in giving back to this city," said Kelce.

The Safeguarding Company Introduces 'Safeguarding' to U.S. Schools and Districts to Support Students' Well-Being

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Monday, June 27, 2022
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NEW ORLEANS, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Safeguarding Company, a provider of software and training to systemically protect students' well-being, introduces 'Safeguarding' to U.S. schools and districts.

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  • NEW ORLEANS, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Safeguarding Company , a provider of software and training to systemically protect students' well-being, introduces 'Safeguarding' to U.S. schools and districts.
  • Safeguarding helps schools and districts proactively engage, manage and address the challenges, crises and traumas students face.
  • "The pandemic continues to have a tremendous effect on students' mental health and well-being," said Martin Baker, CEO of The Safeguarding Company.
  • The Safeguarding Company provides software and training solutions that support administrators, teachers and staff in implementing Safeguarding practices.

Smart Warehousing's Paying It Forward Committee Focused on Giving Back with Call for Seventy Pints of Blood for Kansas City Blood Drive

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Wednesday, May 4, 2022
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"Those communities have grown over the years from only Kansas City to an incredible 38 communities nationwide.

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  • "Those communities have grown over the years from only Kansas City to an incredible 38 communities nationwide.
  • Smart Warehousing's Paying It Forward Committee was established in 2021 with a mission to give back and make a positive impact in the communities they operate.
  • One pint of blood saves three lives, and Kansas City is suffering from a massive blood shortage.
  • Smart Warehousing's Paying It Forward Committee is organizing a second blood drive for September of this year.

The Safeguarding Company and Operation Breakthrough Partner to Support Students' Mental Health and Wellbeing

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Wednesday, February 9, 2022
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When students face social emotional and mental health challenges, trauma, abuse and hardships, they risk limiting their academic progress.

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  • When students face social emotional and mental health challenges, trauma, abuse and hardships, they risk limiting their academic progress.
  • "It's incredibly important we effectively support our students beyond academics," said Mary Esselman, President and CEO of Operation Breakthrough.
  • The Safeguarding Company provides software and training solutions that support administrators, teachers and staff in implementing Safeguarding practices.
  • With Safeguarding, administrators can holistically and collaboratively support a student's wellbeing and take preventative action as needed.

Black & Veatch Accelerates Clean Energy and STEM Learning through Operation Breakthrough Solar Deployment

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Wednesday, December 8, 2021
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With the search for clean energy solutions a major focus of STEM education programs, Black & Veatch has teamed with local Kansas City-based organizations to fund and complete a new solar canopy installation at Operation Breakthroughs new Ignition Lab.

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  • With the search for clean energy solutions a major focus of STEM education programs, Black & Veatch has teamed with local Kansas City-based organizations to fund and complete a new solar canopy installation at Operation Breakthroughs new Ignition Lab.
  • The Ignition Lab will help inspire the next generation of STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) students, advance clean energy and provide onsite zero-carbon solar generation.
  • The Black & Veatch Foundation the companys charitable giving arm was among the project's funders while Black & Veatch also engaged as the solar project design lead and videographer.
  • Operation Breakthrough is a nationally accredited, not-for-profit child and family development center located in Kansas City, Missouri.