At a Glance
- Taylor Swift gave a $600 gift to Arrowhead Stadium staff on Dec. 25.
- She also donated $1 million to Feeding America and the American Heart Association.
- The pop star appeared with Santa Claus at the Chiefs-Raiders game.
- Why it matters: Her generosity highlighted the holiday spirit and her ongoing charitable work.
On December 25, Taylor Swift arrived at Arrowhead Stadium to support the Chiefs-Raiders game. She greeted staff and handed out a $600 gift to each worker, sparking surprise and gratitude.
Robyn Gentry wrote:
> “She was running around telling everyone merry Christmas and came towards me, saying thank you so much for working on Christmas, please take this, Merry Christmas,”
> “My mind just froze. Of course I said Merry Christmas and thank you so much. Travis and her were smiling so big and just kept saying merry Christmas, thank you for working Christmas but then they were gone and I stopped to look at what was in my hand…. $600.”
For the staff members, that extra bit of cash during the holiday season meant so much – with Gentry specifically sharing she had just spent a lot of money on gifts for eight kids.
Robyn Gentry reflected:
> “I immediately started crying,” she said. “I wanted to share the story with people who will appreciate it with me Taylor and Travis are beautifully kind people. Its very true, incredible and very kind people.”
Philanthropic Highlights
Earlier in the season, Swift donated $1 million to Feeding America and the American Heart Association, and made a sizable contribution to MusiCares.
| Organization | Donation |
|---|---|
| Feeding America | $1 million |
| American Heart Association | $1 million |
| Recording Academy’s MusiCares | Large donation |
She also highlighted her generosity in the Disney+ docuseries The End of an Era, where she gave bonuses and handwritten notes to her crew.
Docuseries Spotlight
In the second episode, Swift explained that bonus day is important and that she writes handwritten notes, saying it takes weeks.
Taylor Swift arrived at Arrowhead Stadium before the Chiefs-Raiders game with a special guest, Santa Claus.
Key Takeaways
- Taylor Swift’s $600 gift brought joy to Chiefs staff.
- She pledged $1 million to major charities.
- Her Disney+ docuseries showcases her team-supporting bonuses and notes.
Taylor Swift’s holiday generosity at Arrowhead Stadium reminds fans that her charitable spirit extends beyond the stage and into the community.
