Thank You, Knoxville!

As we celebrate the finale of Concerts For Our Own's 2024 season, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to the incredible Knoxville community, our dedicated sponsors, and, of course, every concertgoer who joined us this year. Thanks to your support, tonight’s event allows us to contribute an additional $30,000 to our partner charities, bringing our total contributions to over $60,000 in just two seasons. Your enthusiasm and generosity have turned our concerts into a powerful force for good, helping organizations like the Knoxville Pediatric Cancer Collaborative, the Joy of Music School, and the Love Kitchen continue their vital work in our community.

As we look ahead to next year, we’re excited to build on this momentum. Concerts For Our Own is committed to growing our impact, and we invite local businesses and individuals to join us as sponsors to help make 2025 an even greater success. Your support, whether in sponsorship, donations, or volunteering, is essential to ensuring these charities have the resources they need to serve those who rely on them. Together, we can amplify the spirit of giving and continue making a difference through the power of live music.

Thank you, Knoxville, for being part of this journey. We can't wait to see what we can achieve together next year!

Concerts For Our Own Wraps Up Another Stellar Season, Supporting Local Charities with a Heartfelt $30,000 Donation


 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Knoxville, TN, Nov. 1st 2024 – As the final notes of the 2024 Concerts For Our Own series fade into the night, we reflect on yet another extraordinary season of live music, community spirit, and charitable giving. Through the dedication of our all-volunteer staff, the generosity of our sponsors, and the enthusiastic participation of our audience, Arron Snukals and the Concerts For Our Own team are proud to announce that, once again, we will be donating $10,000 each to our three charity partners: Knoxville Pediatric Cancer Collaborative, Joy of Music School, and returning favorite, The Love Kitchen.

This year, our concert series brought together a remarkable lineup of artists, each delivering unforgettable performances that resonated with fans and made a lasting impact. From Steve Augeri, who filled the air with iconic rock anthems, to Exodus, who honored Bob Marley’s legacy with soulful reggae rhythms, every concert struck a chord with our mission of bringing the community together for a great cause.

Marshall Charloff & The Purple XPeRience paid tribute to Prince’s larger-than-life legacy with dazzling performances that transported the audience to the height of pop-funk royalty. Meanwhile, Here Come The Mummies took the stage with their mysterious funk-filled show, delivering electrifying grooves that had the crowd moving all night.

Behind the scenes, this season’s success was powered by the unwav
ering support of our 2024 sponsors, without whom none of this would have been possible. Special thanks to Food City, for keeping the energy high with delicious fare; Cherokee Distributing Co., for providing the beverages that lifted spirits; and Visit Knoxville, for spotlighting our city as a hub for live entertainment. Our heartfelt gratitude extends to Visionary Horizons, whose vision helped guide us to new heights, and to Olympus Car and Coach, who kept our dreams moving forward. A huge thank-you to our media partners WVLT 8, 103.5 WIMZ, B97.5, and the Knoxville News Sentinel for amplifying our message and helping us reach a broader audience.

But more than the music and the festivities, Concerts For Our Own is about the power of community. Through our concerts, we’ve been able to raise over $30,000 this year alone, bringing our total contributions to more than we ever imagined when this all began. Last year’s achievement was monumental, and this year, with your unwavering support, we’ve matched that milestone, ensuring our charity partners can continue their essential work in our community.

In just two years, Concerts For Our Own will have donated over $60,000 to local charities, a testament to the enduring power of community support and the impact we can achieve together. This milestone highlights our collective dedication to giving back, reinforcing our mission to use the power of music to bring hope and enrichment to those who need it most.

Our 2024 charity partners each bring something special to the table, embodying the spirit of hope and enrichment that aligns with our mission:

Knoxville Pediatric Cancer Collaborative provides critical support to families navigating the challenges of childhood cancer, helping lighten the burden and bring hope. Joy of Music School offers underprivileged children free music education, nurturing creativity and building confidence through the universal language of music. The Love Kitchen, which has been a staple of our charity efforts, continues to provide meals, love, and support to Knoxville’s most vulnerable citizens. As we close out this season, we extend our deepest thanks to the volunteers who worked tirelessly behind the scenes, the artists who gave their all on stage, and, most of all, to you—our community—for showing up, cheering loud, and making a difference in the lives of those who need it most.

Concerts For Our Own will return in 2025 with more great music, more community spirit, and a renewed commitment to supporting the causes that matter most. Until then, we encourage everyone to continue supporting our local charities and the businesses that help make our concert series a reality.

For more information on how to stay involved, volunteer, or become a sponsor for next year’s events, visit Concertsforourown.org or contact [email protected].

Media Contact: Aaron Snukals
865-368-4602
[email protected]

About Concerts For Our Own:
Concerts For Our Own is a volunteer-driven concert series that brings together great music, community spirit, and a shared mission of supporting local charities. Through the generosity of our sponsors, performers, and attendees, we aim to make a positive impact in the lives of those in need, one concert at a time. www.concertsforourown.org/


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Concerts For Our Own is a dedicated purveyor of Southern-based concerts, events, and festivals with a mission to unite music and philanthropy. With a history of successful partnerships with charitable organizations, Concerts For Our Own is committed to creating memorable experiences while making a positive impact in the community.

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