How Live Nation Venues Gave Back This Holiday Season

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• This holiday season, Live Nation venues used the power of live to give back to their communities
• Crews and fans united to support local nonprofits through donation drives benefiting those in need

The power of live brings people together, and this holiday season, Live Nation venues extended that connection beyond the stage. Check out how venues across the country helped make the season brighter for those in need and gave back to their local communities.

The Echo Turned a Night of Music Into Support for LA Communities 
The Echo paired a night of punk and country music with support for two local organizations during its Holiday Food & Toy Drive. Food and cash donations benefitted LA Community Fridges, while toy donations supported the Local Hearts Foundation.

The Bell House Spread Joy Through Donated Books
The Bell House hosted a children’s book drive benefiting Brooklyn Book Bodega, which provides kids across New York City with access to books. The crew collected new and gently used children’s books and thanked donors with complimentary tickets.

Toyota Music Factory Hosted Drive-Through Donation Event
Toyota Music Factory in Irving, TX hosted a drive-through donation event to support Irving Cares, an organization providing essential assistance to residents in the community. Guests dropped off unwrapped toys and canned food items, helping support local families throughout the holiday season.

Punch Line Houston Turned Laughs Into Local Impact
Punch Line Houston teamed up with Target Hunger Houston to address food insecurity in the community. Donation bins were set up at the box office, and fans who participated received a pair of tickets to an upcoming show as a thank-you.

Buckhead Theatre Supported Atlanta Families Through Food Drive
Buckhead Theatre hosted a food drive benefiting Atlanta Mission, a nonprofit supporting individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Fans were encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to help meet immediate needs in the community.

Saint Andrew’s ‘Decked the Hall’ for Detroit Non Profit
Saint Andrew’s Hall in Detroit invited fans to donate essential items during its ‘Deck the Hall’ drive, supporting Alternatives For Girls, a local nonprofit serving young women experiencing homelessness and other risks.

Louisville Palace & Mercury Ballroom Collects Essentials for Children and Families
The Louisville Palace and Mercury Ballroom joined forces to collect toiletries and essential items for Home of the Innocents, a nonprofit supporting children and families in crisis.

Observatory OC Spread Holiday Cheer Through Food Drive
Observatory OC in Santa Ana, CA partnered with Delhi Center, a community organization focused on helping individuals and families become self-sufficient through long-term programs. The team collected canned and non-perishable food items on every show night throughout November.