Herm Edwards Shows "All Pro" Merit Thanks to Thrivent Financial for Lutherans

May 05, 2008, 5:30:14 PM

The Kansas City Chiefs and Thrivent Financial for Lutherans recently hosted a successful return of the All Pro Dad Father & Kids Experience to Kansas City. DST Systems, Inc., an information processing and computer software services company that is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, also served as an associate sponsor of this year’s event. Held at the squad’s practice facility, the gathering was headlined again by Chiefs head coach Herman Edwards.

“There’s not a single thing I can think of that’s more important than being a parent,” Edwards noted. “When I had the opportunity to get involved with this program, I jumped at it!”

The event truly was a family affair for the Chiefs. Among the several Chiefs players that helped to lead stations was S Jon McGraw. Throughout the event, he was flanked by his father, Joe, as the two shared personal stories with those in attendance.

Founded by Family First, the All Pro Dad fatherhood program helps to educate fathers on the best ways to become an “All Pro Dad.” Fathers are encouraged to bring their children to the event, learn fatherhood tips and participate in activities with their kids.

“We are very excited to be involved in helping to build stronger connections between Kansas City area dads and their kids,” noted Thrivent Financial for Lutheran’s Fred Hollich.

“The Chiefs are a wonderful football organization,” said All Pro Dad President Mark Merrill. “We’re even more excited about how much they are committed to helping Kansas City families.”

The event was sponsored by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and DST Systems. Time Warner Cable, along with 101 The Fox and 94.9 KCMO are media partners for the event.

“All Pro Dad” is the fatherhood program of Family First, a national non-profit organization based in Tampa, Florida. All Pro Dad features 43 NFL Players, Coaches and Alumni who speak out on the importance of being a good father.

“All Pro Dad” events have already been held in conjunction with several NFL franchises including the Indianapolis Colts and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

A not-for-profit Fortune 500 financial services membership organization, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans helps nearly 3 million members achieve their financial goals, offering a wide range of financial products. In addition, the organization helps members give back to their communities. Thrivent Financial and its members generate more than $400 million impact through outreach programs and activities that support congregations, schools, charitable organizations and individuals in need.

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