Clay Aiken – “I’m In A Position To Help”

I feel that speaking for others is the best way to use my voice.

The rest of it, all the pop-star stuff,

is ultimately a platform for giving back.

~ Clay Aiken ~

For the last ten years, Clay Aiken has been a busy entertainer.  His life has been filled with singing, recording, touring, acting, and includes 2 runs as one of the stars of Monty Python’s Spamalot.  His busy life would be enough for most people, but Clay also chose to quietly immerse himself in helping others and speaking out about what he felt was important.

If you are a fan of Clay Aiken, you probably know that he co-founded The National Inclusion Project in 2003.  The organization has grown and is now one of the top organizations that serves to bridge the gap that exists between young people with disabilities and the world around them.

And, many people know that Clay became a Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF with a focus on education, in November, 2004.

But, there is so much more to Clay’s charity work.  In fact, there is so much more than I can report about in one day.  The following are only highlights of some of the things that Clay has participated with during the years.

Did you know that:

  • Clay became a Ronald McDonald House Charities Ambassador on November 22, 2004.
  • In November, 2010, Clay joined supporters of GLSEN (The Gay Lesbian & Straight Education Network) in Washington to speak in support of two bills that were coming before the government: The Safe Schools Improvement Act and The Student Non-Discrimination Act.
  • While starring in Spamalot, Clay worked hard to raise money for Broadway Cares/ Equity Fights Aids.  Clay lent his support by offering items to the on-line auction. For two years, his items topped the bids for BC/EFA.   The two Sir Robin bears broke records for the highest amount of money earned.
  • Clay made a “doodle” and a mask that were auctioned off to worthy charities.
  • Clay mentored one of the groups of kids involved with Rosie O’ Donnells Broadway Kids’ Showcase on April 27, 2009.
  • On January 10, 2004, Clay performed at the halftime of a men’s basketball game at UNCC.  That same evening, he donated $20,000 to the universities capital campaign.
  • Clay was a guest speaker at the “2010 Human Rights Campaign Carolinas Gala” held in Raleigh on February 27, 2010.
  • In 2004, Clay appeared with other celebrities as part of the McDonald’s World Children’s Day event. The event raised money for the Ronald McDonald house and other children’s charities. He put his handprints in cement and raised more money than all the rest of the items combined.
  • Clay performed at a benefit for the Autism Society of Delaware and the Bubel Aiken Foundation on June 5, 2004.
  • Clay met with children at P.S. 76 in Harlem, New York in 2003. He read to a class of second-graders as part of Wachovia Corporation’s Reading First program.

If you look at this list, you will see that I have not mentioned, Clothes Off Your Back, The David Foster Foundation, The True Colors Fund, The Rosalynn Carter Institute, The American Australian Association, Disney Hand, Forces of Nature Aid Foundation, MDA, National Center for Learning Disabilities….and MANY MORE!!

I feel bad for only mentioning The National Inclusion Project and UNICEF.  These are so important to Clay, but I thought today, we would look at the bigger picture.  I will report on Clay’s involvement with these 2 charities on another day.

Clay opens his heart to the world.  How easy it is to support this young man!

Every celebrity should hope to be a role model to kids, to teenagers, to young adults.

I talk about the causes that are important to me now, things that matter to me, and I’m in a position to help.

~ Clay Aiken ~

 

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11 thoughts on “Clay Aiken – “I’m In A Position To Help”

  1. WOW! Clay is a force to be reckoned with!!! He also has the integrity to do exactly what he said he
    would do from the very beginning! – God bless him for all that he has done and he will do in a long
    and happy future! He is the "Measure of a Man"!!!! There is no doubt! <3

  2. Clay, you are a wonderful giving man with a beautiful God given voice, that's why we love you, God bless you! Thanks Musicfan xox.

  3. It's nice to know there is wonderful human being and role model out there, that isn't self absorbed and worried about how much money they can earn for themselves. I applaud Clay for all he has given to help others.

  4. From the very beginning, Clay has said that he wanted to make a difference. He has definitely done that. I remember one of the things that stood out for me, was the day that he was on Good Morning America, and Clive Davis presented him with his double platinum for Measure of a Man. Even though that was great, what struck me, was that instead of going out and celebrating, partying, Clay went to a Harlem Public School, and read to kids. My heart just burst with pride for this young man, that certainly has his priorities right. What a good person!!!!

    Great reading today Musicfan. It's wonderful to see his accomplishments in giving back.

  5. I’m always so proud if all the good Clay does. He really makes a difference and motivates us all to try too. 🙂

  6. Thank you for sharing all this with us. Clay Aiken is an amazing man. Yes, he is very talented, but his heart is leading him to do the right things. He is my hero!!!

  7. It's nice to know there is wonderful human being and role model out there, that isn't self absorbed and worried about how much money they can earn for themselves. I applaud Clay for all he has given to help others.

  8. thank you clay aiken you areindeed a amazing man i applauid you clay for all you have given to help others

  9. No only does Clay use his time, talent, and resources to help those children & young people who he cares about so much, he also inspires others to do the same. Clay is one amazing guy.

  10. THANK YOU CLAY FOR EVERYTHING YOU DO! THANK YOU MUSICFANN TOO! IF YOU LOOK CLOSELY YOU CAN SEE THE HALO OVER CLAYS HEADAND IN #1 CLAY IS GLOWING!AND THANK YOU CANN! YOU LIKE ME!!!

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