The Kansas City Chiefs offseason celebration as world champions has been quieted due to the global COVID-19 pandemic. In an effort to raise the spirits of everyone in Kansas City and around the country, the Chiefs have teamed up with the Royals (Major League Baseball) and Sporting Kansas City (Major League Soccer) to light national icons blue.
The event will take place this Thursday, April 9th, at 8pm CT to salute the extraordinary, selfless, and brave men and women who are fighting this pandemic 24 hours a day. All three Kansas City teams will display the campaign logo on their digital boards at their respective stadiums.
In a letter signed by Royals Chairman and CEO John Sherman, Chiefs Chairman and CEO Clark Hunt and Sporting Kansas City Principal Owner Cliff Illig, ”The goal of this effort, is to create a global expression of support and gratitude to the healthcare and essential professionals who are saving lives around the clock, ‘toward creating a universal symbol of solidarity and hope.’”
An idea that originated in the United Kingdom last month with significant landmarks to support healthcare providers. Local fans are also encouraged to show their support during the 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. hour by lighting their homes blue and by using the hashtags #LightItBlue and #MakeItBlue on social media.
#LightItBlue x #MakeItBlue pic.twitter.com/5u4OZiKWDz
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) April 7, 2020
As the country continues to remain at home during this pandemic, there are still many that can appreciate finding a unique way to support those working toward keeping people healthy.
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