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“I don’t think I’m really in a situation to complain, because I consider myself to be privileged to be doing what I do.” David Beckham is a professional soccer player who has given away a countless amount of money to charity. He is selfless, helpful, and admirable. He donates to several charities, but has done wonders for UNICEF and his own charity, the Victoria and David Beckham Charitable Trust. David Beckham is an inspirational Englishman because he thinks of others before himself.
Beckham’s parents, Sandra and David Beckham, helped shape the caring man he is today. He was born on May 2, 1975, in Leytonstone, England. He went to Chase Lane Primary School and Chingford Foundation School as a kid. Whenever his teachers asked what he would like to be when he was older, he would reply with, “I want to be a footballer.” His first realization that he could become a professional player was when he won u15 player of the year for the club Brimsdown Rovers. He has played on seven different professional teams and holds the record for the most appearances of an outfield player for the English national team. He has won league titles in four countries, and announced his retirement at the end of the 2012- 2013 season. After retiring he said, “I plan on spending time with the family and getting more involved in charity. Being an ambassador for UNICEF is something I'm very passionate. I went to Sierra Leone last year, which was an amazing experience. We also have our own charity and I've got a soccer academy.” Also in 2013, he received a Global Gift Philanthropist Award due to the extent of his donations. He has continued to donate to more charities throughout his life.
When Beckham isn’t focused on soccer and his family, he is playing tennis ...

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...extinguish the number of kids in need of something vital in their lives inspires me to keep volunteering and help out wherever I can. Beckham isn’t just admirable for his soccer skills, but also for his many donations he has given to many charities.

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"David Beckham's Big Charity Heart." Look to the Stars. N.p., n.d. Web. 21 Jan. 2014. .

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