Fort Worth native and Dallas Cowboys star offensive lineman Tyler Smith joined co-owner and Chief Brand Officer Charlotte Jones on Friday at an event created to help advocate children’s reading in the Metroplex.
United Way Reading Day was, hosted by the Dallas chapter of the non-profit organization. More than 1,000 volunteers read to more than 15,000 students in North Texas.
Jones, along with Cowboys Hall of Fame quarterback Troy Aikman, was an honorary co-chair for United Way of Metropolitan Dallas Reading Day to help continue the initiative’s impact on children in North Texas.
“I believe deeply in United Way of Metropolitan Dallas and its legacy of impact in our community,” said Jones, “The Dallas Cowboys are proud to partner with United Way during this Centennial Anniversary year, celebrating 100 years of lasting change. I am honored to support Reading Day and this early education effort, equipping and empowering young readers who are our community’s future.”
The UWMD chapter will commemorate 100 years of community impact in North Texas this year with a plethora of events that will culminate in a concert at the Cotton Bowl for the organization’s centennial celebration.