Jets Pace gives back through After-School All-Stars program

Calvin Pace signing some autographs at BEST Academy for Boys

Courtesy of After-School All-Stars

Last season Jets linebacker Calvin Pace joined the After-School All-Star (ASAS) “Touchdown Shutdown” program to support after-school activities for kids in Atlanta. On Wednesday March 17th Calvin continued his participation in this program as he spent the day at the BEST Academy for Boys in Atlanta, Georgia. Pace, an Atlanta native where he attended Lithia Springs High School, participated in a site visit as well as took the time to speak with several students about the importance of staying in school in addition to commending them for their participation in after-school programs. At the end of Calvin’s question and answer session with the students, the Jets star linebacker presented a check for $5,500 for the 55 tackles that he had in the 2009 season. The After-School All-Star program will use Pace’s donation to buy supplies as well as help fund and staff new activities.

About After-School-All-Stars and the Touchdown Shutdown Program
Founded by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger in 1992, After-School All-Stars is a leading national provider of year-round, school-based, comprehensive after-school programs that equip children with the skills and experiences needed to become productive members of the 21st century workforce. Every day, children participate in free programs that include academic support, enrichment opportunities, and health/fitness activities. The organization's mission is to keep children safe and help them succeed in school and in life. 80,000 children from families of poverty benefit in 13 U.S. regions: Atlanta, Chicago, Columbus, Dallas, Hawaii, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New York, Orlando, San Antonio, San Diego, San Francisco Bay Area and South Florida. This NFL season, After-School All-Stars is proud to partner with fourteen NFL players in the Touchdown Shutdown program where defensive players make a donation based on one of the following: sack, tackle or interception. For more information, visit www.tdshutdown.org.