In a world where opportunity often feels out of reach, NFL star Travis Kelce is using his platform to bring hope, education, and empowerment to underserved youth. Through his nonprofit, Eighty-Seven & Running, Kelce founded a media academy specifically designed for Black and minority teens facing systemic challenges.
The academy isn’t just about teaching technical skills in media, sports, or broadcasting — it’s about building confidence, sparking imagination, and helping students see what’s possible beyond their zip code. Inside the classroom, you’ll find cameras, computers, and — most importantly — mentors who truly care.
Kelce frequently joins the students himself, but he’s also known for inviting special guests from the worlds of
film, sports, and journalism. These guest speakers offer powerful stories and real-world advice, giving students the chance to connect with role models who reflect their own dreams.
“Sometimes, all a kid needs is someone who believes in them,” Kelce once said. “I just want to be that someone.”
What he’s built is more than a classroom — it’s a movement of hope, representation, and possibility. And in every lesson shared, every voice heard, a new future begins to take shape.
Thanks to Kelce, hundreds of young minds aren’t just learning to create — they’re learning to believe.