A Man with a Mission, Inside and Out of the KC Wolf Costume

Dan Meers went to work each day like many other men, dressed in a suit. The only difference is that instead of wearing a tie with his suit, Dan wore a tail. You see, Dan was a professional mascot.

Dan Meers donned the iconic KC Wolf suit for 35 years, thrilling fans, energizing communities, and embodying heart, humor, and hard work A native of St. Charles, Missouri, Dan earned national acclaim as Truman the Tiger at the University of Missouri, where he became the 1989 National Collegiate Mascot Champion, before a stint as Fredbird with the St. Louis Cardinals. He was the Kansas City Chiefs' first full-time KC Wolf since 1990.

Known affectionately as the team's "Director of Shenanigans," he performed at over 375 games, including international contests and Super Bowls, and wowed crowds at more than 10,000 community events spanning 12 countries and 38 states.

In 2006, KC Wolf became the first NFL mascot inducted into the Mascot Hall of Fame. In 2020, Dan was honored in the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame, the first mascot to receive that distinction.

Behind the laughs and acrobatics is a man of deep faith, passion, and purpose. In 2013, he survived a dramatic on-field stunt accident, suffering spinal injuries and broken ribs, and turned that trial into fuel for motivational speaking and two books: Wolves Can’t Fly and Mascot on a Mission, with proceeds supporting global charitable efforts.

Dan Meers lives by the motto: “faith, family, and making a positive difference”. He serves as a sought-after speaker at schools, churches, corporations, and community groups, delivering messages of character, hope, and resilience. As he said in a 2023 interview, “God didn’t put us on this earth to make a living . . . He put us here to make an impact.”

Dan's story isn't just entertaining—it's transformational. His mix of humor, humility, and heartfelt lesson brings everyone together in a powerful message of stewardship and service. CCS is honored to welcome him and his infectious spirit to our Stewardship Dinner.