And I just wish I would have [also] been able to have that footage

Donna Kelce has spent years cheering for Jason and Travis Kelce , but there are parts of their childhood she wishes she could experience again. Beyond their football achievements, the brothers had school performances, musical interests and countless little milestones that their mother did not always manage to capture. Now, as she watches her four granddaughters grow up, Donna wants to do things differently. Her latest initiative reflects a personal regret, a grandmother’s affection and her determination to stay involved in the girls’ lives, even when distance makes it difficult.

In a May 2026 interview with Architectural Digest, Donna recalled Travis’ interest in playing the trumpet and piano, while Jason learned the saxophone. In a November 2023 interview with Us Weekly, she openly expressed her wish to spend more time with Jason’s daughters. Speaking to People in May 2026, she shared her philosophy about visiting her grandchildren.

“I wish I could spend more time with them,” she admitted. “Let your children choose what they love to do,” she told Us Weekly. Raising two energetic boys while maintaining a professional career was not an easy task for Donna. The former banker had to balance work commitments with Jason and Travis’ growing interests. Looking back, she wishes she had more recordings of their childhood activities, particularly those that happened away from the football field. Their school speeches, debates and performances were also memories she wanted to preserve. “And I just wish I would have [also] been able to have that footage. Her admission offers a touching glimpse into the side of motherhood that often goes unnoticed. Parents spend years helping their children discover new interests, but busy schedules can make it difficult to document every special occasion. Donna is also aware that childhood passes quickly. She also explained how she approaches their visits, saying, “When I’m with them, I’m in the moment. Donna now wants to preserve more memories with Wyatt, Elliotte, Bennett and Finnley, Jason and Kylie Kelce’s four daughters. Her partnership with GameChanger has helped bring that idea to life through the ‘Gran Cave’, a dedicated viewing space that allows her to follow the girls’ sporting and theatrical activities remotely. The setup offers access to live streams, scores and highlights, helping Donna stay connected when she cannot attend an event in person. However, she does not believe technology can replace showing up for family. Join conversation Share your thoughts in the comments Be respectful · TOI community guidelines “Grandparents need to travel to their children. That’s just the way it is. She also explained why making an effort matters, saying, “I try to show up. Donna has another piece of advice for Jason and Kylie. She believes children should have the freedom to discover their own interests rather than follow a path chosen for them. She wants her granddaughters to explore sports, music, art and anything else that captures their attention. For Donna, the Gran Cave is about more than watching games. It is a chance to hold on to the childhood moments she wishes she had recorded more often with her sons. This time, she wants to make sure those memories are never too far away. Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.