While most NFL players spent the Chiefs’ bye week relaxing, Xavier Worthy — Kansas City’s breakout wide receiver — spent his giving back. 🏈💛

Instead of beaches or luxury getaways, the 21-year-old star gathered community leaders, non-profit organizers, and city officials for a heartfelt luncheon to announce the Kansas City expansion of his foundation, The Worthy 1s — a program dedicated to helping single mothers and their children.

“I know what struggle looks like,” Worthy said quietly, recalling his own childhood. “The lights went out in our home for two months once. My mom made it through, but I saw what she carried.”

That moment, born out of hardship, is now fueling one of the most compassionate initiatives in the Chiefs Kingdom.

💔 From Darkness to Purpose

Worthy’s mother, Nicky Jones, raised him as a single parent — scraping by to keep the lights on and food on the table.

“I was a young single mom starting out with Xavier,” she said. “There were nights I didn’t know how I was going to do it — but we did it together.”

Now, years later, the same boy who once studied by candlelight is using his platform to bring light to thousands of families like theirs.

Kansas City has over 61,000 single mothers raising 115,000 children, according to The Single Mom KC organization. And Worthy wants to change that story — one family at a time.

🌟 The Worthy 1s: A Mission with Heart

Founded in Austin, Texas and Fresno, California, The Worthy 1s is more than a charity — it’s a lifeline. The Kansas City chapter will mirror the foundation’s eight core programs, each designed to empower and uplift single mothers:

• Back2School Grants — Financial aid, laptops, and resources for mothers returning to school.

• Financial Empowerment Workshops — Budgeting, credit building, and money management skills.

• Wellness Programs — Mental, emotional, and physical health support for moms.

• Youth R.I.S.E. — Mentorship and sports programs for kids in schools and juvenile centers.

• Youth Sports Camps — Confidence, teamwork, and discipline through sports.

• Community Brunches & Luncheons — Spaces for single moms to connect and support each other.

• Winter Coat & Shoe Drives — Warm essentials for children in need.

• Worthy Spotlight — A verbal affirmation program to build self-worth in single-parent families.

“It’s about giving moms hope — and kids a reason to believe,” Worthy said. “We’re building families, not just programs.”

💬 “Loneliness and Isolation” — The Hidden Struggle

Rachel Segobia, Executive Director of The Single Mom KC, attended the luncheon and praised Worthy’s mission.

“Single motherhood can be lonely and isolating,” she said. “What Xavier is doing isn’t just about money — it’s about community. He’s helping moms feel seen, heard, and supported.”

Worthy’s initiative also caught the attention of Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson, who plans to collaborate with him on youth outreach efforts.

“We’re arranging for Xavier to visit the Hilltop Juvenile Detention Center,” she shared. “Kids listen to him. He’s proof that no matter where you start, you can rise.”

🏈 Beyond the Field

Worthy’s success story is just beginning. The Chiefs rookie — known for his explosive speed and humble heart — is now using his growing fame to create lasting change.

During the luncheon, he spoke with raw emotion about what fuels his passion:

“My mom showed me strength. Now, I want to show other moms that they’re not alone. If I can change one family’s story — that’s a win bigger than football.”

For fans who see him lighting up the scoreboard every Sunday, this softer, deeply personal side of Xavier has struck a powerful chord.

💖 A New Chapter for Kansas City

With The Worthy 1s expanding into Kansas City, local leaders say it could become one of the city’s most impactful community programs.

The foundation plans to roll out its first winter coat drive next month, followed by scholarship grants for single mothers pursuing education in 2026.

“He’s not just playing for Kansas City,” one fan tweeted. “He’s building it up — heart first.”

As Worthy left the event, arm-in-arm with his mom, the crowd applauded. And for a brief moment, the young NFL star who once lived in the dark stood fully in the light — proving that true worth isn’t measured in touchdowns, but in how many lives you lift. 🌟