Photo Flash: Anthony Kearns PSA for Wells of Life to be Released for Thanksgiving

Wells of Life, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Los Angeles, is releasing a new Public Service Announcement (PSA) with a special Thanksgivings Day message by renowned tenor, Anthony Kearns.

In the new 60-second PSA, Mr. Kearns, who serves as Wells of Life's National Ambassador, narrates a visual montage featuring children whose lives are improved through their access to fresh drinking water. The PSA is underscored by Kearns' rendition of "Ave Maria" from his new solo CD, "With a Song in My Heart," creating an emotional appeal for support. (Click here for PSA: http://goo.gl/AO6ywa)

"I'm proud to support a good cause - to help bring clean water to 1,000 communities in rural Uganda - because water is as precious as life itself to millions around the globe," said Kearns in the PSA. In addition to a robust solo career, Kearns is also a member of the PBS super group, The Irish Tenors, with whom he has 10 CDs and five PBS specials.

Said Kearns: "This Thanksgiving, please stand with me in the challenge put forth by Wells of Life, a nonprofit charity, to bring clean water to 1,000 communities."

Wells of Life provides Ugandan communities access to clean and safe drinking water by building water wells. Every fresh water well that is drilled positively impacts the lives of thousands of people - i.e., the infant mortality rate drops; women and children no longer spend a large portion of their day hauling water and can therefore lead safer lives; and children are able to attend school. The organization also works to unite the children of two countries - America and Uganda - to give and receive the gift of clean water.

"We're grateful that the talented Anthony Kearns is lending his voice to help us save lives in Uganda as our National Ambassador. We're proud of our new PSA and the hard work Anthony has dedicated to this effort," said Nick Jordan, Wells of Life Founder and President.

"Already this year, we have secured funding for 30 wells - saving thousands, including women and young girls. Anthony's hard work is a major factor in our success," said Jordan.

He added, "Not only did Anthony headline our recent annual fundraising gala, but he dedicated a well - 'The Anthony Kearns 9/11 Memorial Well' - in honor of the victims of 9/11 and those who defend freedom."

"Working together, we can help raise awareness and we can make a big difference," said Kearns. "Just one small act from all of us can save millions of lives. So, this Thanksgiving, let's not only give thanks for all that we have - let's also come together to help bring clean water to people in need."

Photo credit: Kirsten Fedewa & Associates, L.L.C. and Wells of Life.

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