Jason and Kylie Kelce’s latest Team 62 fundraiser delivered a massive haul for the Eagles Autism Foundation, with the couple helping bring in $1.26 million at last week’s sixth annual bartending event at the Ocean Drive in Sea Isle City, N.J.
That total pushed the Kelce event’s fundraising since 2021 past $3.69 million, a striking mark for a summer gathering that has become one of the Jersey Shore’s signature dates. The bartending event again drew a strong lineup of celebrity guests, with Eagles cornerback Cooper DeJean, edge rusher Jalyx Hunt, head of security Dom DiSandro and Olympic rugby star Ilona Maher all serving in that role.
The day’s fundraising did not stop at the bar. Additional money came in through the fourth annual Beer Bowl at the Sea Isle City Yacht Club, a yoga class on the beach, a family-friendly All Abilities clinic, an online auction and donations made to the Kelces’ Team 62 fundraising page.
Jason and Kylie Kelce praised the support in a press release, saying, “We are beyond thankful for everyone’s support and generosity in setting a Team 62 fundraising record,” Jason and Kylie Kelce said in a press release. “While we are certainly humbled by the overwhelming success this year, it’s not surprising when you’re surrounded by such an incredible group of people.
“The growth of this event all starts with our good friends at the OD for enthusiastically leaning into this idea of ours back in 2021. Six years later, we now stand here amazed at what we’ve accomplished for the autism community.
“A special thank you also goes out to the Eagles organization, the incredible town of Sea Isle City, and most importantly, the best fans in the world for always showing up and supporting such a worthy cause.”
Ryan Hammond, the Eagles Autism Foundation executive director, also singled out the Kelces’ role in the event’s growth.
“Jason and Kylie Kelce have always been incredible ambassadors for the Eagles Autism Foundation,” said Ryan Hammond, Eagles Autism Foundation executive director. “It is their passion, creative vision, and drive that have transformed this annual fundraiser into one of our biggest events. We are truly fortunate to have their support and would like to thank everyone - in person and around the world - who helped make this year’s Team 62 fundraiser a year to remember.”
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