WWE Hall of Famer Afa "The Wild Samoan" Supports Literacy
3/2/2010
Minneola, FL
Wrestling legend Afa "The Wild Samoan" Anoa`i, along with his daughter Tovale and wife Lynn, visited Grassy Lake Elementary School as part of the "NEA's Read Across America" program. Pictured below- Ms. Walter's and Ms. Sena's 5th grade classes enjoy Dr. Seuss's Green Eggs and Ham, which was read by Vale with fun interaction from Afa.
The Wild Samoan is the founder of Usos Foundation, a 501 (c) 3 organization that offers positive, alternative choices to the negativity that is in our children's reach. The at-risk youth programs challenge our youth and helps build their self-esteem, mind-body-spirit connection, and sense of worth.
Afa says that :"Education is the best tool that we can give to our youngsters, and I'm happy to volunteer my time to give back to the community any way I can."
Afa's daughter Vale is an actress, and author of four books, who began reading at the young age of two. She has been passionate about books ever since, and loves to share her love for reading with others, especially children.
Each student received an autographed picture of the Wild Samoan, and had the opportunity to hold his WWE Hall of Fame ring as he generously passed it around the room.
"You're never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read to a child."
For more information about Usos Foundation or to make a tax deductible donation, please visit the web site:
http://www.usosfoundation.org. Photos from the visit can be seen on the "Usos in the News" link.
Your support is greatly appreciated and needed.
