Yvette Richards
Dr. Yvette Richards has passionately served our community during her four decades in Kansas City. She has lived her life under the direction of her faith, whether that be on a Sunday at church or at GEHA Field at Arrowhead. There's perhaps no better representative of what this franchise stands for than she.
Dr. Richards is involved in a variety of national organizations including, ""United Methodist Communications,"" ""United Women in Faith,"" ""Black Methodist for Church Renewal,"" and, ""Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority.""
"When you put your faith in God, he will open doors for you,'" Richards said. "My parents raised me to always give back, and that God will pour out the blessings on you, so everywhere I go, I try to give."
Richards has lived by those values during her time in Kansas City, primarily doing so through her work at the St. James United Methodist Church. A member of the church since 1986, Richards served in various roles – from teaching vacation bible school to leading women's groups – before taking over as the organization's Director of Community Connection and Mission.
She has undoubtedly touched countless lives in that role, exemplified by her earning the 2025 "Heart of a Champion Impact Award," which recognizes the work and service of local leaders.
Richards is an outstanding example of what the Chiefs as a franchise – and this community as a whole – believes in, and while she wasn't looking for anything in return for her years of service, that's exactly why she's the Chiefs' 2025 "Fan of the Year."
"I am just so humbled that somebody would think enough of me to nominate me," Richards said. "To be selected by the Chiefs – an organization that I've loved for many, many years – is so special."