Arik Armstead, former San Francisco 49er and Elk Grove native, earned the prestigious NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year award for his outstanding community service efforts. He established the Armstead Academic Project in 2019 to provide educational resources and support for students in underserved areas. The initiative has positively impacted over 516,000 youth, with Armstead personally contributing over $2 million. In accepting the award, he emphasized the importance of service, education, and his commitment to driving meaningful change for future generations.
Every student, no matter their socioeconomic status, deserves direct access to the resources they need to thrive.
This award represents the power of service, the responsibility to uplift others, and the impact we can create through education.
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