This past Saturday, “Concert for Carolina” brought together some of the biggest names in music to raise funds for Hurricane Helene relief, shattering records at Charlotte’s Bank of America Stadium. With 82,193 attendees, the show marked the largest concert ever held at the stadium. Including a Veeps livestream that reached 7.1 million viewers worldwide, the event has so far raised an impressive $24,513,185. Contributions are still being collected as the benefit continues to support vital relief work.
Unforgettable Performances and Star-Studded Collaborations
The concert, described by Rolling Stone as “a montage of incredible performances, one-off collaborations, and awe-inspiring selections,” was headlined by Luke Combs, Eric Church, Billy Strings, and James Taylor. The impressive lineup also included performances by Sheryl Crow, Keith Urban, Bailey Zimmerman, The Avett Brothers, Scotty McCreery, Chase Rice, Parmalee, and Wesko. Surprises kept the energy high, with special appearances from Nicole Kidman and country legend Randy Travis. Hosted by ESPN’s Marty Smith and Barstool Sports’ Caleb Pressley, the event offered fans a night of memorable music and collaboration.
Ongoing Fundraising Efforts and Special Auction
The fundraising continues, with a special silent auction now open for bids. Items include unique memorabilia like a guitar and shirt signed by Combs during the concert, meet-and-greet opportunities with Church, and signed NFL, NBA, NCAA, and NASCAR gear. Fans can also bid on concert tickets, Yeti coolers, artwork, and other exclusive items, with all proceeds supporting selected charities: Samaritan’s Purse, Manna Food Bank, Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC, Eblen Charities, and Chief Cares.
Community Support and Generosity
The success of “Concert for Carolina” was bolstered by the generosity of supporters and sponsors. Companies such as Bank of America, T-Mobile, Whataburger, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Lowe’s, Miller Lite, Food Lion, and Duke’s Mayo contributed to make the event possible, ensuring that as much funding as possible goes to the hurricane relief efforts.
As the silent auction continues and donations pour in from around the world, “Concert for Carolina” stands as a testament to the power of music and community in times of need. For full auction details and ongoing updates, visit the event’s official page.
