RM Clark Hunt’s Heartwarming Gesture: Chiefs CEO Sponsors 1,000 $1 Tickets for Low-Income Families This Thanksgiving
In a move that’s resonating deeply within the NFL community, Kansas City Chiefs CEO Clark Hunt is launching a remarkable initiative to offer 1,000 game tickets for just $1 each, providing low-income families with an unforgettable opportunity to witness NFL action live this Thanksgiving weekend.
The tickets will be available for the Chiefs’ Week 12 game against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, November 30, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. The game is scheduled to kick off at 1:00 PM ET and will be broadcast nationally on CBS, with streaming options via Paramount+, NFL+, YouTube TV, and Hulu + Live TV.
Hunt’s unexpected gesture is already being hailed as one of the most generous acts in recent franchise history. With standard ticket prices typically reaching into the triple digits, the $1 ticket program is generating widespread admiration — particularly from fans who have long dreamed of attending a live NFL game but have been priced out of the experience.
“Football should never be a privilege reserved for a select few,” Hunt is reported to have said earlier this week. “If Thanksgiving is about family, then the Chiefs family needs to include everyone — no matter their financial situation.” Although the exact wording of the quote has yet to be officially confirmed, the sentiment has gone viral, striking a chord with fans across the nation.
To ensure the tickets go to those who need them most, the Chiefs are partnering with local nonprofits and community organizations across North and South Carolina. Additionally, the team will cover transportation and provide food vouchers for the selected families, many of whom will be attending their first-ever NFL game.
The reaction has been overwhelmingly positive, with fans and sports commentators alike expressing their appreciation on social media, using hashtags like #ChiefsForThePeople and #ThanksgivingAtOneDollar. On Kansas City sports radio, listeners have praised Hunt for “restoring the soul to sports” and reminding the league of the importance of community.
With the weather forecast predicting clear skies and temperatures in the 55–60°F (13–15°C) range, the stage is set for more than just an exciting AFC-NFC matchup. This game will also serve as a touching moment of unity and inclusion in the NFL’s holiday tradition.
For the lucky 1,000 families receiving these special $1 tickets, it’s not just about the game. It’s about creating lasting memories — a gift that comes from the heart, not the headlines. As one excited young fan shared on social media: “I might forget the score, but I’ll never forget the person who made me feel like I truly belonged.”
