The Alamo Drafthouse Mason rd will be helping the Amobi Okoye Foundation through a partnership movie series.
Starting January 22nd Amobi will be kicking off the C.A.T.E. (Changing Africa Through Education) program here in Houston. C.A.T.E. seeks to offer annual academic scholarships to students, award athletic scholarships and build clean water wells where clean water is not available. The Alamo Drafthouse will be taking cash donations in return you will receive a foundation marker with your name on it to display in our lobby. 100% of the donations will go to the Amobi Okoye Foundation.
Nigerian born Amobi Okoye moved with his familiy to the US where he tested into high school at age 12 and subsequently graduated at the age of 15. Amobi was accepted into Harvard, but declined to pursue his football dreams and became the youngest player to play in NCAA History. Continuing his commitment to excellence, he graduated from college in 3 1/2 years (Louisville) at 19. In 2007, Amobi was drafted by the Houston Texans in the first round and became the youngest player to be drafted into the NFL at age 19. Amobi Okoye remains a positive example for youth by demonstrating the value of hard work, determination and a good character.
Their programs include:
Kick-off for Kids: series of youth activities that use athletics to motivate and inspire youth.
Tackle Hunger: sustenance and self-improvement for homeless and undernourished kids and families
Amobi's House: community achievement center where kids can learn and play in a safe nurturing environment.
C.A.T.E. (Changing Africa Through Education): global education initiative that offers academic and athletic scholarships to support achievement and excellence among youth in developing nations.
"I want to extend to you the opportunity to be part of my network of friends that help us to help others, The 91 Club. (91 is my number with the Houston Texans.) As a 91 Club partner, you have the opportunity to join me in making a difference in the lives of so many youth around the globe as well as working together to build stronger communities."