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Contact: Rebeca Swank, Chief Development Officer, Job One, 816.905.6104, rswank@jobonekc.org
Job One Announces Meg & Gehrig Dieter as 2026 Cause-ino Night Celebrity Co-Chairs and Nikki Vivas as Event Emcee
Kansas City, MO — February 17, 2026 —Job One is proud to announce that Meg and Gehrig Dieter will serve as the Celebrity Co-Chairs for Cause-ino Night 2026, with Nikki Vivas joining the evening as Emcee for the organization’s signature fundraising event.
The Dieter family are passionate advocates for inclusion and neurodiversity in the Kansas City community. Gehrig, a former Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver and Super Bowl LIV champion, and Meg Dieter are proud parents of three daughters and are inspired by their daughter Coco’s autism journey. Together, they use their voices and platforms to raise awareness, foster acceptance, and support families, all values that align deeply with Job One’s mission.
“We’re honored to welcome the Dieters as our Celebrity Co-Chairs,” said Rebeca Swank, Chief Fund Development Officer for Job One. “Their leadership and advocacy reflect the heart of Cause-ino Night and the inclusive future we’re building together.”
Job One is also excited to announce Nikki Vivas as the Emcee for Cause-ino Night 2026. A well-known Kansas City media personality and community advocate, Vivas brings energy, warmth, and authenticity to the stage. Her passion for people-centered storytelling and community impact makes her a natural fit to guide the evening’s program and amplify the mission of Job One.
Cause-ino Night 2026 will take place on March 27, 2026, at Arrowhead Stadium (1 Arrowhead Drive, Kansas City, MO). This typically sold-out event is an unforgettable, Vegas-style evening featuring casino games including blackjack and mouse races, entertainment, live music, dancing, an appetizer buffet, and a hosted bar. Guests are encouraged to have fun with their attire by dressing in their most “casino fabulous” outfits. There are many opportunities to win exciting prizes while supporting Job One’s vital programs for individuals with disabilities.
Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available now at www.causeino.org. Proceeds from the event directly support Job One services that build skills, foster community connections, and expand employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities throughout the Kansas City region.
Founded in 1967, Job One is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit social enterprise dedicated to connecting adults with disabilities to meaningful employment, skill-building, and community engagement opportunities. Through inclusive programs and strong community partnerships, Job One empowers individuals to live purposeful, connected lives with more meaningful days.
