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By the People, for the People
U.S. Hockey Star Laila Edwards' Family Attends Gold Medal Win Thanks to Kelce Brothers and GoFundMe
Laila Edwards' grandmother, 91, was able to see her granddaughter's Olympic triumph after a fundraising effort.
Published on Feb. 26, 2026
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When U.S. hockey defender Laila Edwards skated onto the Olympic ice ahead of Thursday's gold medal win against Canada, she immediately scanned the stands for her 91-year-old grandmother. Their shared ritual was made possible through an outpouring of donations to a GoFundMe drive, with the biggest contribution coming from NFL brothers Travis and Jason Kelce.
Why it matters
Laila Edwards' family was able to witness her Olympic gold medal triumph, a moment that holds deep personal significance for the young athlete. The fundraising effort organized by the Kelce brothers and others demonstrates the power of community support to help make meaningful experiences possible.
The details
Edwards' grandmother, who is 91 years old, was able to attend the gold medal game in Milan, Italy after a successful GoFundMe campaign raised funds to cover the costs of her travel and accommodations. The Kelce brothers, who are from the same hometown as Edwards, made the single largest donation to the fundraiser.
- Laila Edwards and the U.S. women's hockey team won the gold medal on Thursday, February 19, 2026.
- The GoFundMe campaign was launched prior to the Olympics to support Edwards' family in attending the games.
The players
Laila Edwards
A U.S. women's hockey defender who won a gold medal at the 2026 Olympics.
Travis Kelce
An NFL player who made a significant donation to the GoFundMe campaign to support Laila Edwards' family in attending the Olympics.
Jason Kelce
An NFL player who made a significant donation to the GoFundMe campaign to support Laila Edwards' family in attending the Olympics.
What’s next
The Kelce brothers and the Edwards family plan to hold a celebratory event in their hometown to honor Laila's Olympic achievement.
The takeaway
This heartwarming story demonstrates the power of community support and the importance of enabling families to witness their loved ones' greatest athletic accomplishments. The Kelce brothers' generosity helped make a meaningful dream come true for the Edwards family.
