Programs
Third and Long Reading Club
Any student who participated in the Third and Long Reading Club for at least one year is eligible to apply for a scholarship to any institution of higher learning including vocational, technical, etc.
Scholarships
Volunteers and financial support from individuals and corporations provide many Third and Long programs and activities to help “sack illiteracy.”
By providing one on one tutoring, this program accelerates the literacy development of urban middle school children. Participating teens also gain literacy instruction techniques.
Teacher/Mentor/Parent/Child Program
The Third and Long Foundation and The Kansas City Chiefs in conjunction with the local Price Chopper Stores provide full Thanksgiving baskets for needy families and area pantries.
Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive
Derrick Thomas / Neil Smith
Third and Long Foundation, Inc.
201 East Armour Blvd * Suite 333 * Kansas City, Missouri * 64111 * 816-931-5855 * fax 816-931-7758
A tax-exempt 501(c) 3 organization
The weekly enrichment, reading, and tutorial program for youth ages 9 to 13 is a joint effort of Third and Long and the local Kansas City area school systems. Certified instructors as well as community volunteers are teamed with small groups of students to provide motivational and supportive instruction promoting literacy.
The students are rewarded with Chiefs’ tickets and a tailgate party, as well as other incentives. Through community support, the Foundation’s participants enjoy many educational field trips throughout the year.
