Bank of America Hosts Relief Show to Support Hurricane Victims: A Community Unites for Recovery Saturday October 26 2024
Bank of America Stadium, home to the Carolina Panthers and located in the heart of Charlotte, North Carolina, has taken a pivotal role in spearheading relief efforts through an impactful and heartwarming event: a charity relief show. Concert for Carolina event brought together artists, performers, community members, and corporate partners, all united under one cause to raise funds and support for hurricane victims who have been left grappling with the aftermath of these natural disasters.
Despite a 2-hr delay due to a thunderstorm, the Concert for Carolina when off as planned and didn’t miss a beat. No bands were cut due to the weather, and they still played for a full 6 hours. The concert ended at 1am, but who cares, it’s for the people who need this so you can’t set a time frame for things that matter.
Concert for Carolina raised $24.5 million for Hurricane Helene relief. The attendance was 82,193. Eric Church also announced plans to build 100 homes for those affected in Avery County and surrounding areas. The Project, named “Blueprint for the Blue Ridge, “will be supported by his Chief Cares Fund. Thanks to the Tepper’s for donating the Stadium. This was the largest event of its kind in the United States and 5th largest in the world.
Bank of America has a long-standing commitment to social responsibility, and the relief show served as a testament to its dedication to giving back to communities in need. In addition to hosting the event, the bank pledged a significant donation to relief organizations on the ground, such as the American Red Cross and local community groups providing essential services like food, shelter, and medical aid.
Executives from Bank of America spoke about the importance of corporate involvement in disaster recovery. “We recognize that natural disasters affect not only the physical infrastructure of communities but also the emotional and financial well-being of individuals and families “”This event is just one way we can bring people together to provide relief and rebuild lives.”
Luke Combs and Eric Church headlined the Concert for Carolina. We also had some special guests like Country legend Randy Travis and Nicole Kidman who surprised fans. The concert line up consists of performers from James Taylor, Keith Urban, Sheryl Crow, Bailey Zimmerman, Scotty McCreery and more.
One of the highlights of the night was James Taylor as he played Carolina in My Mind, that provided the soundtrack for our lives. Eric Church playing songs off his set list from the first show he ever did. He played a solo set of hits and covers. Luke Combs thrilled the audience with such tunes as “Beer Never Broke My Heart”,” The Kind of Love we Make” and “Ain’t No Love in Oklahoma” from the movie Twister. Luke and Eric ended the show with “Carolina”
The relief show hosted by Bank of America was not just an evening of entertainment, but a powerful demonstration of the strength and resilience that can be found when communities and corporations unite for a common cause. As hurricane victims begin to rebuild their lives, the funds and support raised at the event will undoubtedly provide much-needed relief and hope for a brighter future.
As we move forward, events like these remind us all of the importance of coming together in times of crisis—and of the difference we can make when we do.
Donate your money:
Hope Mill Inc’s Hurricane Relief
Red Cross
Salvation Army of The Carolinas
JAARS
Samaritan’s Purse
Baptists on Mission
Americares Helen Relief Effort
Community Housing Coalition (CHC) of Madison County
BeLoved Ashville