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RESTORATION
Bridging communities, Rebuilding homes, Restoring hope.
As a result of the September 2009 floods, many families and commercial businesses have been displaced from their homes, many of which were destroyed. In Cobb County alone, nearly 1500 homes were affected, and many of those families are in need of assistance to begin rebuilding their homes.
To raise funds and awareness for the rebuilding efforts for the flood victims, Thirst Aid Live, in partnership with Trinity Chapel (www.trinitychapel.org) and Unite (www.uniteus.org) will host “Restoration” to also restore hope to the families and community at large.
What is Restoration?
Restoration is a free benefit concert hosted by comedian and radio DJ “Griff” featuring performances by several well-known artists who have agreed to donate their time to help raise funds to support the rebuilding efforts.
The concert will be held Thursday, January 21, 2010 from 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. at Trinity Chapel, located at 4665 Macland Road in Powder Springs, GA. Artists include
- Grammy-nominated songwriter Nate Butler
- Contemporary Christian Rock Band Echoing Angels
- Grammy-nominated Gospel Hip Hop Artist Canton Jones
- Grammy-winning R&B Gospel Singer Ann Nesby
- Grammy-winning R&B Singer Q Parker (formerly 112)
In addition to the free performances, there will be a silent auction and vendor and information booths, as well as opportunities throughout the evening to make donations to Cobb Disaster Recovery. All donations are tax-deductible.
What is Cobb Disaster Recovery?
Cobb Disaster Recovery is a non-profit volunteer-based flood relief organization dedicated to assisting families, individuals and businesses impacted by natural disasters. The organization is comprised of of more than 20 Cobb faith-based organizations, non profits, business, local government and civic groups, and led by Brad Hulsey, former Mayor of Powder Springs and members of MUST Ministries, Sweetwater Valley CAMP, United Way Cobb County and The Center for Family Resources. For more information, about Cobb Disaster Recovery, please visit www.cobbrecovery.org.
How can you help?
photo courtesy of Bret Gerbe
There are several ways for metro Atlanta individuals and businesses can sponsor in Restoration:
- Make a financial contribution to offset costs of producing Restoration.
- Donate in-kind products or services (i.e., print services, catering for VIP reception, etc.)
Companies who would like to set up booths to sell merchandise can contact Denise Russo at (404) 849-5093. Vendors are asked to donate a percentage of their proceeds to the disaster relief efforts.
For more information or to make a contribution, please call Denise Russo at (404) 849-5093 or Traci Johnson at (770) 354-6487.