Travis Kelce receives special award for 'extraordinary' achievement
Travis Kelce has been honored by the state of Ohio for his 'extraordinary commitment, compassion and service' to charity work in his hometown of Cleveland.
The Kansas City Chiefs superstar launched his own non-profit organization in Cleveland - Eighty-Seven & Running - back in 2015 with the goal of 'empowering underprivileged youth'.
Over the past decade he has worked tirelessly to ensure it continues to help underserved young people strive to become productive citizens, with his foundation offering resources and enrichment opportunities for communities through fundraising, athletic programs, mentoring and more.
And to mark its 10-year anniversary, Kelce has been awarded The Oustanding Leadership Award by the Won't Quit Foundation - another non-profit organization in Cleveland.
Darnell T. Brewer, a member of Ohio's House of Representatives, announced the three-time Super Bowl winner has received the special honor.
'This award is given out to honor an individual who exemplifies extraordinary commitment, compassion, and service. This award recognizes someone who has gone above and beyond to uplift their community, inspire their peers, and make a lasting impact on the world around them.
'Through consistent action, integrity, and selflessness, they embody the true spirit of leadership and the mission of the Won't Quit Foundation.
'In a world that deeply needs strong, compassionate leaders, your example stands out as a beacon of hope and inspiration.
'Your consistent efforts to create positive change have not gone unnoticed, and this recognition is a celebration of the lives you've touched and the legacy you continue to build.'
Fresh off the back of his award win, Kelce enjoyed a round of golf on Saturday at a luxury Hamptons course as he splurged on a private helicopter to take him and a close friend out east.
Travis and girlfriend Taylor Swift were spotted in New York City on Friday night grabbing dinner at Italian restaurant Torrisi, after the Chiefs tight end took a private jet to the Big Apple earlier in the day.
And a day later he ventured to East Hampton Golf Club with his good friend Ross Travis as they hit the links.
Kelce, who wore a white polo shirt, white baseball cap and khaki shorts, was photographed holding a canned beverage as he walked alongside his former Kansas City teammate Travis.
The ultra-exclusive club, which opened in 2000, reportedly has an initiation fee of $400,000 for members, who are also said to need a net worth of at least $1million or earn more than $200,000 per year.
According to the club's website, it's been recognized as a top 50 golf club in the country with a 'platinum club designation.'
The 6,400-yard course also bans carts outside of members who are 'unable to walk the course' due to physical impairments.
The club has just 250 memberships, its website says.
Nonetheless, Kelce - who will top $111million in career earnings this season - was welcomed to the course for a day during the Chiefs offseason.
The 35-year-old and his friends could be seen returning to the helicopter later in the day, as he held his golf shoes in one hand while stepping aboard.
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