Ben Folds, alongside musicians from Western North Carolina, features in “From Wilmington, With Love,” a hurricane relief concert on October 29 at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, hosted by the City of Wilmington, with support from Live Nation, the Wilmington Arts Council, and the NC Music Office.

100% of proceeds will benefit local charities assisting with emergency food, housing, and home repairs via the North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund, managed by United Way of North Carolina.

"I'm honored to share the stage and stand in unity with other North Carolina music artists to help those whose lives and livelihoods have been tragically lost or forever altered by the horrific events triggered by Hurricane Helene," Folds said. "Our goal with this benefit concert is to raise awareness and funds to support the massive rebuilding efforts now underway, and that will be ongoing for months and years to come."

“Here in Coastal North Carolina, we know the power of nature to disrupt lives and endanger communities," added Bill Saffo, mayor of Wilmington. "That’s why we feel so deeply for those in the western part of our state whose lives have been upended by Hurricane Helene. We look forward to a beautiful night of music with Ben Folds, but also musicians from Western North Carolina traveling to Wilmington to share their talent and first-hand accounts of the devastation their region is experiencing. Together, we will raise funds to support the massive rebuilding efforts and deliver 100% of the money we raise ‘From Wilmington, With Love.’”

Tickets are on sale now for an evening of music supporting the recovery efforts of those impacted by Hurricane Helene. Sponsorship opportunities are still available by contacting Kara Spencer, Director of Legislative & Intergovernmental Affairs for the City of Wilmington (email: Kara.Spencer@wilmingtonnc.gov).

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