Patrick Mahomes is one heck of a football player for the Chiefs, but he may be an even better person for Kansas City — the city — and its surrounding areas.
Anyone needing proof of the latter statement need look no further than Mahomes' third annual charity night in Kansas City.
The 15 and the Mahomies Foundation, which was established by the star quarterback the same year he won the NFL MVP award, 2019, gave away more than $400,000 in grants that went to over 25 charities in the Kansas City area.
Per the foundation's website, 15 and the Mahomies aims to improve the lives of children with a specific focus on supporting charities that concentrate on health, wellness and communities that need resources, among other things.
Incredible night at the 3rd Annual @15andMahomies Foundation Gala.
— Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) December 7, 2022
Kansas City shows up big every year and we can’t thank you enough. Over $400,000 in grants were awarded last night to over 25 charities in KC. Huge thanks to our partners and supporters. Let’s keep it going! pic.twitter.com/sCbE4i2IVv
Not only is Mahomes a perennial MVP candidate, but with all this in mind, it should be no surprise that the quarterback is also in the running for another prestigious NFL award: Walter Peyton Man of the Year.
Congratulations to Patrick, our Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee. Chiefs Kingdom - we need your help! Tweet #WPMOYChallenge + @PatrickMahomes to vote for Patrick in this year’s fan challenge. pic.twitter.com/ntQWviLZ6U
— Mark Donovan (@MDChiefs) December 7, 2022
What can't this guy do?
Mahomes has the Chiefs at 9-3 and on the doorstep of clinching the AFC West for the seventh straight season.
He's thrown for 3,808 yards and 30 touchdowns with eight interceptions on the season, while also rushing for 283 yards and two scores on the ground.
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