John Salley Gives Chicago Students Veggie Burgers
Written by Vegetarian Star on April 14th, 2009 in Athletes-Games-Sports, Food & Drink.
Montel Williams’ daughter Wyntergrace isn’t the only one concerned about vegetarian options in school lunches.
Students at Carter Elementary and Williams Preparatory Academy is Chicago, Illinois are getting a taste of Soul Veg Restaurant in the Windy City thanks to basketball legend John Salley.
Salley teamed up with PETA to provide veggie burger giveaways to the schools where he will screen his new ad for PETA.
“Vegetarians have more energy and stamina than meat-eaters, and we’re less likely to become fat and keel over from a heart attack. But being a vegetarian isn’t just good for me, it’s good for the animals.”
According to a press release from PETA, “Studies show that fast-food restaurants are more prevalent in low-income, predominantly African-American communities, where families are more likely to take advantage of these cheap, unhealthy options.”
The two schools Salley is expected to attend are public schools both located in predominately African-American neighborhoods.
Today’s the big day for Carter students and tomorrow Williams’ Prep kids will get their veg burger on.
Kudos to Salley for helping make a difference.
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April 15th, 2009 at 1:18 pm
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