Kansas City Chiefs – Donation Request Program
In-Kind Merchandise Donations Supporting Nonprofit Fundraising Events
The Kansas City Chiefs support nonprofit organizations by providing in-kind donations of Chiefs merchandise to assist with fundraising events and community initiatives. Donation requests are reviewed on a rolling basis and must be submitted through the Chiefs’ official online donation request form.
Organization: Kansas City Chiefs
Support Type: In-kind merchandise donations
Geographic Focus: Kansas City metropolitan area and surrounding communities in Missouri and Kansas
About the Funder
The Kansas City Chiefs are committed to making a positive impact in the communities they serve through charitable giving and community engagement. Through their donation request program, the Chiefs provide merchandise to eligible nonprofits to help strengthen fundraising efforts and support local causes.
What This Program Supports
The Chiefs provide donated team merchandise—such as signed or unsigned memorabilia and branded items—for use in:
- Charity auctions
- Raffles
- Fundraising events
- Community benefit activities
These in-kind donations are intended to help nonprofits raise funds and increase awareness of their missions.
Eligibility & Preferences
To be considered for a donation, organizations must:
- Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
- Submit requests through the official Kansas City Chiefs donation request form
- Submit requests well in advance of the event date
- Clearly describe the fundraising or community purpose of the request
- Provide complete organization and contact information, including a physical mailing address
Due to the high volume of requests received, not all requests can be fulfilled, and organizations are typically limited to one donation per organization per year.
Ineligible Requests
The Kansas City Chiefs do not support:
- Requests from individuals or for personal fundraising efforts
- Requests without verified nonprofit status
- Requests submitted outside the online application process
- Political or religious fundraising activities
Timeline & Review
📅 Application Timeline: Rolling
📅 Recommended Lead Time: Submit requests at least 6–8 weeks prior to your event
📅 Notification: Only approved organizations will be contacted
Application Process
All donation requests must be submitted online. Applicants should ensure:
- All required fields are completed accurately
- Event details and nonprofit documentation are included
- Requests are submitted with sufficient advance notice
Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.chiefs.com/community/donations
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This opportunity is a strong fit for:
- Nonprofits hosting auctions, raffles, or fundraising events
- Organizations serving the Kansas City region
- Groups seeking in-kind support rather than financial grants
The Kansas City Chiefs’ donation program offers valuable merchandise support to help nonprofits strengthen fundraising outcomes and community impact.