Running Back, Giving Back Foundation benefits Kansas City's urban youth by providing programs and opportunities that support all aspects of positive personal growth and well-being.

Our focus is to help at-risk youth strengthen their character, morals and values – tools that can improve their lives as they strive to make positive contributions to society.

Mission Statement:
The Running Back Giving Back Foundation seeks to empower urban youth by providing mentoring opportunities, educational programs and professional services that promote self-esteem and improve lives.
 

Running Back, Giving Back programs include, financial seminars, spiritual retreats, football camps and other activities.  The Foundation also provides financial resources and other support to other inner city organizations in need.

Fundraisers, including golf and corporate pool tournaments, celebrity basketball games and private donations make these programs possible.

“As a kid, I had dreams!
With determination they came true..."
                             Kimble Anders

Kimble Anders, after a distinguished 10 year, NFL career with the Kansas City Chiefs that included three Pro Bowl appearances, founded the organization in 2000.  True to his actions on the gridiron and a disciplined approach to life, Anders relied upon like strategies when he establish the Foundation.

Why Kimble Got Involved

    
As a youth, Kimble Anders was surrounded by negative influences.  Many individuals and families in his neighborhood were affected by drugs, unplanned pregnancies, violence and crime.  It took courage and fortitude to avoid these life-altering pitfalls.  

There were few positive community guidance opportunities or safe activities.  Seemingly, nothing much has changed in the past 30 years.

"Always reach for the stars & never
settle for less!  With commitment,
anything is possible."
                                    Kimble Anders

Philosophies
  
Running Back, Giving Back has been a lifelong personal mission for Kimble Anders.  The organization, designed to meet the needs of at-risk youth relies, on simple philosophies:

• Seek to Correct Negative Youth Behavior

• Help  Build Respect, Trust & Integrity

• Provide Opportunities for Achievement

• Engage Parents, the Law, Business & Media

• Believe in the Community & its Resources

• Promote Community-wide Change