CONCERT FOR CAROLINA
CHARLOTTE HURRICANE HELENE RELIEF CONCERT: OCTOBER 26-2024
Some of North Carolina's biggest music stars are joining forces for a benefit concert in Charlotte to support North Carolina communities affected by Hurricane Helene with all proceeds benefiting western North Carolina communities.
Eric Church, Luke Combs, Billy Strings, and James Taylor will headline a special "Concert for Carolina" on Saturday, October 26t, at Bank of America Stadium, located at 800 S Mint Street in Charlotte. Additional performers include Sheryl Crow, Keith Urban, and Bailey Zimmerman.
The concert is presented by Explore Asheville, with all proceeds going toward Hurricane Helene relief efforts in western North Carolina. ESPN's Marty Smith and Barstool Sports' Caleb Pressley will co-host the concert.
Proceeds from Concert for Carolinas will be divided equally between Luke Combs’ and Eric Church’s charitable foundations. Eric Church also recently donated the publishing rights to his new song "Darkest Hour" to North Carolina’s Hurricane Helene recovery efforts. Luke Combs’ share of the proceeds will support organizations like Samaritan's Purse, Manna Food Bank, and Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC. Eric Church's share of the proceeds will go to support his Chief Cares Foundation.
Tickets for the "Concert for Carolina" will be available for purchase starting Thursday, October 10th at 10:00 am.
North Carolina Community Foundation Disaster Relief Fund supports non-profit community organizations in North Carolina providing vital services to meet the needs of affected communities in the aftermath of a disaster. If you are not close to Charlotte and can't attend the concert, you can still help. You can donate here to help Hurricane relief efforts in North Carolina.
More information about Helene Recovery Efforts in Asheville and Travel & Safety Updates
HURRICANE HELENE PRAYER
God of grace and compassion,
In these overwhelming moments of loss and devastation, we come to you with weary hearts that are both heavy and hopeful. We hold in our prayers and hearts all those impacted by the hurricanes, conflicts, and other disasters, and we implore for your mercy, peace, and healing to embrace our siblings all over the world. By your grace, bring comfort to those who are grieving, give strength to the exhausted, and provide shelter for those who have lost everything.
May your Spirit move in this, your creation, bringing peace amid the turmoil, and breathing hope into the places that feel broken. May your Spirit continue to be the quiet but constant reassurance that you are with your children and creation, even in the darkest moments, guiding us toward healing and restoration.
As we continue to see the news, we lift up the brave souls who are working tirelessly to rescue and assist. Give strength and wisdom for the tasks ahead. And stir our hearts, dear God, to step in with compassion, helping our neighbors, near and far, with kindness, love, and compassion.
In all of these disasters, we place our trust in your everlasting promises of your presence and care. Restore what has been shattered and lead us toward a path of renovation, peace, healing, and the renewing power of your always present Spirit.
We ask this in Jesus' name. Amen.
-Rev. Edwin González-Castillo, Presbyterian Disaster Assistance Director
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