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Celebrity Travel: Go Away With Dontari Poe

By Jae-Ha Kim, Tribune Content Agency on

Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Dontari Poe loves football almost as much as he enjoys helping children. His Poe Man's Dream Foundation started off with an annual free football camp for kids in his hometown of Memphis, Tenn. It has since grown into a program for children in Memphis and Kansas City, Mo., where they are given support with tech events and a three-month program called Dream Big Build Strong. "That program teaches them about healthy living and eating, and provides additional educational support," says Poe, 26. "I speak with our board and team on a regular basis to figure out what sort of programs make the most sense for these children. I grew up in the inner city, so I have an understanding of what the kids there need."

For more information on Poe and his projects, check out his website and follow him on Twitter.

Q. What was the first trip you took as a child?

A. My first trip was going to Six Flags in St. Louis, Mo. I had a really fun time with my family. Maybe it was like foretelling the future, because I ended up being a NFL player in Kansas City.

Q. Which city has the most vocal football fans -- both good and bad?

A. Of course, I think that Kansas City fans are the best! They are so supportive of their team. I have to say that Oakland has the worst fans. They are so loud, will say anything and curse you out.

 

Q. What was it like playing exhibition games overseas?

A. I've only played an exhibition game in London and it was really fun there. That was actually the first time I'd ever traveled overseas. The fans were really into the game.

Q. What is your favorite vacation destination?

A. I love the beach and how relaxing everything is in Miami. The nightlife in both places is really fun. I would recommend walking down Ocean Drive, then I'd tell them to go to Wet Willies for one of their drinks and then walk right across to the beach after. I also like Phoenix.

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