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Pioli and his wife Dallas have a daughter named Mia Costa. Dallas is the daughter of former NFL head coach Bill Parcells.
He currently serves on the board of directors for various non-profit foundations including the Kansas City Repertory Theatre and College for Every Student (CFES), a national non-profit organization that partners with public schools in high-need communities to raise student aspirations and performance. Pioli has also established and endowed scholarship at his alma mater, Central Connecticut State University for students that have been named CFES Scholars.
In addition to the endowed scholarship at CCSU, Pioli has established two annual scholarships, one for the children of Chiefs employees and another at WIN for KC (Women's Intersport Network), a program designed to develop the physical and emotional well-being of girls and women through involvement in sports and fitness while providing opportunities for participation and leadership development.
Pioli served on the NFL's General Managers Advisory Committee, providing advice and counsel to the NFL Football Operations department on the integrity of the game and possible areas for improvement. He also was a member of the NFL's CEC Executive Working Group, a subcommittee of the Management Council Executive Committee, and was an Advisory Council Member of the Bill Walsh Minority Coaching Fellowship, helping to make the NFL a more diverse and inclusive league.
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