Adrian Peterson Foundation Dinner on July 28th
Although he is an amazing athlete, Adrian Peterson is an even better man. He has served as inspiration to remind people that no matter what obstacle comes in your way, you can overcome it. Find out how you can be a part of his legacy.
It's not too late to be a part of Adrian Peterson's amazing legacy as he visits his alma mater, Georgia Southern University, this Thursday for a night of inspiring others and giving back. Learn more about the Adrian Peterson Foundation and how you can be a part of it.
The Background
Adrian Peterson, known to his fans as "AP," had natural athletic ability even from a young age. From 1998-2001, Peterson played football at Georgia Southern University, finishing his college career with 6,559 rushing yards. He then played as a running back for the Chicago Bears for 8 seasons. Winning multiple awards in college, including the Walter Peyton award his sophomore year, recognition for Peterson's abilities never seemed to be a problem.
Instead, Peterson dealt with a different type of battle. Growing up, AP struggled with stuttering. But despite the teasing and daily challenges Peterson faced, he didn't let it define him. Instead, he harnessed his drive and determination to be used in his football career. But even with all his athletic accolades, Adrian Peterson still believes that accepting his stutter was one of his biggest accomplishments.
Unfortunately, Peterson's most unforeseen battle was losing his six-year-old son, AJ, to a brain tumor in 2015. But through these hard times, AP has used his platform to be an inspiration to families and children everywhere through the Adrian Peterson Foundation.
The Mission
The Adrian Peterson Foundation is a non-profit organization who's goal is to empower children and communities who may be struggling with speech impediments or any other issues. Peterson travels the country to different schools and community centers to discuss the power of determination and prayer and how to overcome any obstacle, big or small.
Peterson has also written a book, called Don't Dis My Abilities, which brings attention to his on-going challenges with stuttering, the embrace of a campus community and standing in faith through his infant daughter's medical crisis.
The Legacy
You can be a part of Adrian Peterson's legacy by donating to the Adrian Peterson Foundation.
Thursday, July 28, a dinner and silent auction will be held at the Ogeechee Technical College Natural Resource Building located at 1 Joseph E. Kennedy Blvd in Statesboro.
At 6:30 p.m., the event will begin with an Adrian Peterson meet and greet, where guests have the opportunity to bid on silent auction items and to take pictures and shake hands with Peterson.
Guests will enjoy a dinner catered by RJ’s Grill at 7:30 p.m. and afterward will have the opportunity for final bids on silent auction items before winners are announced.
The motivational speaker, Georgia Southern Hall of Fame athlete and author will be promoting his “Prayer, Perform, Persist: P3” motto by sharing his message to encourage and motivate others to strive and reach their goals in life. Guests will get the chance to hear about Peterson's amazing story with a great message that includes his family and parents, hard work, faith and how a very difficult speech disability only motivated him to fight harder to reach his goals in life.
To buy tickets or to donate, CLICK HERE.
For more information, visit Adrian Peterson's website or visit the Don't Dis My Abilities Facebook page.
