Eric Church and Luke Combs To Be Honored With CRS 2025 Artist Humanitarian Award for Extraordinary Efforts With Hurricane Aid
It is no surprise that Eric Church and Luke Combs have been named co-recipients of the CRS 2025 Artist Humanitarian Award after all of the work they have done for hurricane relief in 2024. The prestigious honor will be officially presented on Friday, February 21, 2025, during the annual Country Radio Seminar (CRS) in Nashville, cementing their status as champions of humanitarian efforts within the country music community.
According to the press release, this year’s award highlights the extraordinary achievements of the North Carolina natives, who, in a stunning demonstration, raised over $24 million in under a month for victims of Hurricane Helene. The centerpiece of their efforts was a monumental stadium concert held in Charlotte, drawing an awe-inspiring 82,000 fans—a record-breaking crowd according to the press release. What made this achievement even more remarkable was the speed of its execution; an event of this magnitude was successfully organized in just 28 days by their dedicated teams.
According to the press release, Eric Church, through his nonprofit Chief Cares, has committed to building 100 homes for victims of Hurricane Helene, starting in Avery County, North Carolina. This initiative provides not only immediate shelter for families affected by the devastation, but also addresses longer-term recovery needs such as job creation, school reconstruction, and support for local businesses. Adding to his generosity, Church has pledged all publishing royalties from his latest release, "Darkest Hour," to the people of North Carolina, underscoring his deep commitment to his home state.
The press release also touched on CMA winner Luke Combs' contributions. The superstar has partnered with North Carolina-based organizations to ensure the raised funds reach those who need them most. Among the beneficiaries of his contributions are Samaritan’s Purse, Manna Food Bank, and Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina, all of which are instrumental in providing vital resources to hurricane-stricken communities.
Eric Church and Luke Combs join this esteemed list of honorees like Luke Bryan, Kenny Chesney, and Carrie Underwood and more as trailblazers whose actions embody the true spirit of country music—community, resilience, and heart. Their tireless efforts not only offer hope and relief to those in need but also inspire a broader commitment to humanitarian causes within the industry and beyond.
The Country Radio Seminar will undoubtedly shine brighter this year as the country music community gathers to celebrate two of its most dedicated stars. Church and Combs’ combined efforts serve as a powerful reminder of the profound impact artists can make when their passion for music is matched by their commitment to making a difference.
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