Concert for Carolina Smashes Records, Raises $24.5M for Hurricane Helene Victims
The star-studded Concert for Carolina has raised an impressive $24,513,185 for Hurricane Helene relief efforts, setting a new attendance record at Charlotte's Bank of America Stadium with 82,193 attendees.
Crowded concert for hurricane relief fundraiser
Photo Credit: David Bergman
The event featured performances by Luke Combs, Eric Church, Billy Strings, James Taylor, Sheryl Crow, Keith Urban, Bailey Zimmerman, The Avett Brothers, Scotty McCreery, Chase Rice, Parmalee and Wesko. Special guests included Nicole Kidman and Randy Travis, with ESPN's Marty Smith and Barstool Sports' Caleb Pressley hosting.
The VEEPS livestream reached 7.1 million viewers across all 50 US states and 30 countries. Fundraising continues through a silent auction featuring signed memorabilia, concert tickets, and exclusive experiences.
All proceeds benefit multiple relief organizations:
- Samaritan's Purse
- Manna Food Bank
- Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC
- Eblen Charities
- Chief Cares supported organizations
The event succeeded through partnerships with major sponsors including David and Nicole Tepper, Tepper Sports & Entertainment, Explore Asheville, Biltmore Estate, T-Mobile, and numerous other corporate supporters.
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