Fellowship of Christian Athletes

Mission

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes is a not-for-profit organization that has been based in Kansas City, Missouri since 1956. Its national headquarters is across Interstate 70 from the Truman Sports Complex and is visible from inside Kauffman Stadium.

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Kansas City, Missouri - 1956 - Interstate 70 - Truman Sports Complex - Kauffman Stadium

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Founded in 1954, FCA is the largest interdenominational school-based sports organization in the United States. An early supporter and underwriter of FCA was Major League Baseball executive Branch Rickey.

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1954 - United States - Major League Baseball - Branch Rickey

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A faith-based organization, FCA uses the influence of coaches and athletes as a means of Christian evangelism. The group operates chapters based in schools and operates camps, workshops and conferences. FCA currently has about 600 employees.

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Christian - Evangelism

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In 2004, The Fellowship of Christian Athletes presented the first of what is now a yearly award in Bobby Bowden's name, The National Bobby Bowden Award, honoring one college football player for his achievements on the field, in the classroom and in the community. The award is presented each year prior to the Bowl Championship Series' national title game.

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2004 - Fellowship of Christian Athletes - Bobby Bowden - The National Bobby Bowden Award - Bowl Championship Series

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