Calvin Ayre interviewed by ABC's Martin Bashir for "Nightline"

Online gambling industry foundation featured on ABC's "Nightline"

Bodog.com CEO heralded for efforts to help disadvantaged families in Costa Rica


ABC "Nightline" anchor and internationally acclaimed, award-winning journalist Martin Bashir Monday interviewed Calvin Ayre about the work being completed on the Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia School in Grecia, Costa Rica.

Much of the school's infrastructure didn't meet the necessary safety standards (the walls were cracked and unstable, the roof was rotting and the electrical system was antiquated. Three specific areas needed a major overhaul -- a classroom, the interdisciplinary team office and the school lunchroom).

Through the Calvin Ayre Foundation and its Adopt-A-School initiative, extensive renovations are nearing completion and the kids couldn't be happier. There are a total of 69 elementary school students and 20 pre-school students currently attending the school.

Along with the renovations, Calvin Ayre donated new soccer uniforms for the kids, which will undoubtedly inspire their game and inevitably help to build strong teambuilding skills.

Through ongoing support, the Calvin Ayre Foundation is revitalizing the learning environment for the students of Rafael Angel Calderon, offering a new sense of optimism and hope for the future.

To learn more about the Calvin Ayre Foundation visit the CAF web site. Martin Bashir's interview with Calvin Ayre is set to air on ABC's "Nightline" soon. Stay tuned to the Beat for more info as it becomes available...

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Wow-a positive story about someone associated with the industry??? I didn't know that was allowed on the major networks.

Cool story

Yeah, good story. And a good thing.

Very nice to see the gambling industry giving something back to the community. Hope that other books will consider doing the same for those in need. Nothing but positive things can come from giving.

I like the guy, fortunate enough to meet him a few times. If I had a billion laying around I'd be living life pretty similar, nothing wrong with having a good time and giving a little back. Watched his poker thing the other night on TV, good stuff.

First time I met him was last week. Some guys in this industry got lucky with the timing of being in the right place at the right time. Calvin simply out-businessesd the pack. Sharp guy with a good heart.