Country Music Star Jimmy Wayne Shares "My Story, My Song" at Passage Home Benefit April 13
Singer, Songwriter Active in Support of Wake County Group Fighting Poverty and Homelessness
Raleigh, NC, March 17, 2012 --(PR.com)-- Passage Home (http://www.passagehome.org), a nonprofit agency fighting poverty and homelessness in Wake County, will host “My Story, My Song,” an evening of entertainment with country music star Jimmy Wayne on Friday, April 13 from 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Marriott Downtown Raleigh – State Ballroom, located at 500 Fayetteville St. During the event, Wayne will provide special music, as well as share his journey from homeless teen to country music success story. Wayne, a native of Kings Mountain, N.C., is a survivor of homelessness and a staunch advocate for homeless youth. To overcome his difficulties, he turned to music, and has now experienced success with several country hits, including the three-week #1 country hit “Do You Believe Me Now,” as well as “I Love You This Much” and his cover of the 1976 Hall and Oates classic, “Sara Smile.” He is also the author of a novella, Paper Angels.
In 2011, more than 250 attendees helped Passage Home raise $54,000 at the “My Story, My Song” event. This year, all new dollars raised will be doubled through a matching fund. Costs to attend the event are $60 per person and $100 per couple. Sponsorships are available from $1,000 to $10,000. For more information about the benefit, as well as pictures from last year’s event, visit http://www.passagehome.org/jimmy.aspx.
Quotes:
“Jimmy has overcome the trials associated with homelessness in an incredibly humble and gracious manner,” said Jeanne Tedrow, CEO and co-founder of Passage Home. “At Passage Home, we assist individuals and families in navigating those same challenges. We are excited to bring him back this year to support our mission of fighting poverty and homelessness in Wake County.”
“Bayer CropScience is invested in strengthening Passage Home and its presence in the local community,” said Dr. Jacqueline Applegate, head of Bayer Environmental Science North America and a member of the Passage Home board of directors. “Both Jimmy Wayne and Passage Home are examples of the good that can come from being strong supporters of people who have been affected by adverse circumstances. We look forward to hearing Jimmy touch the lives of others through the story of his journey from homeless teen to country music star.”
New Media Content:
Passage Home Facebook Page:
http://on.fb.me/gNIpXS
Passage Home Twitter Page:
http://www.twitter.com/passagehome
Details:
- Passage Home is a nationally recognized nonprofit community development corporation that has been serving Wake County since 1991. It has developed a network of corporations, congregations and community organizations that are supporting its mission. For more information about Passage Home, visit http://www.passagehome.org.
- For more information about country music star Jimmy Wayne, visit http://www.projectmmh.org.
About Passage Home:
Passage Home fights poverty and homelessness by strengthening families and neighborhoods. They are a nationally recognized nonprofit community development corporation that has been serving Wake County, NC since 1991. They have developed a network of corporations, congregations, and community organizations that are supporting this work. For more information, visit http://www.passagehome.org.
Jennifer Fair
MMI Public Relations
(919) 233-6600
jennifer@mmipublicrelations.com
http://www.twitter.com/MMIPR
http://www.mmipublicrelations.com/
In 2011, more than 250 attendees helped Passage Home raise $54,000 at the “My Story, My Song” event. This year, all new dollars raised will be doubled through a matching fund. Costs to attend the event are $60 per person and $100 per couple. Sponsorships are available from $1,000 to $10,000. For more information about the benefit, as well as pictures from last year’s event, visit http://www.passagehome.org/jimmy.aspx.
Quotes:
“Jimmy has overcome the trials associated with homelessness in an incredibly humble and gracious manner,” said Jeanne Tedrow, CEO and co-founder of Passage Home. “At Passage Home, we assist individuals and families in navigating those same challenges. We are excited to bring him back this year to support our mission of fighting poverty and homelessness in Wake County.”
“Bayer CropScience is invested in strengthening Passage Home and its presence in the local community,” said Dr. Jacqueline Applegate, head of Bayer Environmental Science North America and a member of the Passage Home board of directors. “Both Jimmy Wayne and Passage Home are examples of the good that can come from being strong supporters of people who have been affected by adverse circumstances. We look forward to hearing Jimmy touch the lives of others through the story of his journey from homeless teen to country music star.”
New Media Content:
Passage Home Facebook Page:
http://on.fb.me/gNIpXS
Passage Home Twitter Page:
http://www.twitter.com/passagehome
Details:
- Passage Home is a nationally recognized nonprofit community development corporation that has been serving Wake County since 1991. It has developed a network of corporations, congregations and community organizations that are supporting its mission. For more information about Passage Home, visit http://www.passagehome.org.
- For more information about country music star Jimmy Wayne, visit http://www.projectmmh.org.
About Passage Home:
Passage Home fights poverty and homelessness by strengthening families and neighborhoods. They are a nationally recognized nonprofit community development corporation that has been serving Wake County, NC since 1991. They have developed a network of corporations, congregations, and community organizations that are supporting this work. For more information, visit http://www.passagehome.org.
Jennifer Fair
MMI Public Relations
(919) 233-6600
jennifer@mmipublicrelations.com
http://www.twitter.com/MMIPR
http://www.mmipublicrelations.com/
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Patty Briguglio
919-233-6600
Patty Briguglio
919-233-6600
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