NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Oak Ridge Boys, Mandy Barnett, John Berry, T. Graham Brown, Trey Calloway, Lacy J. Dalton, Jimmy Fortune, Billie Jo Jones, The Malpass Brothers, Makenzie Phipps, Mark Wills, Michelle Wright, Billy Yates, and more will join hosts, T.G. Sheppard and Kelly Lang along with Devon O’Day for the 11th Annual Country For A Cause at Nashville’s 3rd & Lindsley, Wednesday, June 4 at 6:30 PM benefitting Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. The show is presented by Gus Arrendale and Springer Mountain Farms. Tickets are on sale now and are $55 for general admission, with a VERY limited number of VIP tables available.
To purchase tickets, visit HERE.
“We are beyond excited to host Country For A Cause once again,” says T.G. Sheppard. “It’s truly incredible to see such a diverse lineup this year—our most varied yet. From country and bluegrass to Americana and more, we’re bringing together legendary artists, rising stars, and even a few surprises. This is going to be an unforgettable show!”
“We’re thrilled to present the 11th Country For A Cause concert, the “unofficial” kickoff to CMA Fan Fest. After selling out VIP tickets in under a minute last year, excitement is already building for this year’s show. Once again, we’re bringing together an incredible lineup, including Grand Ole Opry and Country Music Hall of Fame members, CMA winners, legends, and fresh new faces, ensuring an unforgettable night. Over the years, we’ve raised thousands for Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, thanks to the generosity of Gus Arrendale, Springer Mountain Farms, our artists, volunteers, and the incredible support of our audience—who continue to amaze us year after year.” – Sherri Forrest, Country For A Cause President.
“How lucky we are to have the support of Country for a Cause in our Nashville community,” said Meredith “Mamie” Shepherd, Senior Program Manager for Seacrest Studios at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. “T.G. Sheppard and Kelly Lang have been incredible champions of the patients and families seeking treatment and care at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. Thank you to the incredible team that unselfishly puts on such a special night each year! We are most grateful for the talent, generosity and love on display for this event. It’s a reminder of how healing music can be.”
ABOUT COUNTRY FOR A CAUSE
Country For A Cause is an annual concert held just before the CMA Music Festival in Nashville. Artists who have performed throughout the years include Crystal Gayle, Lee Greenwood, The Bellamy Brothers, Ty Herndon, Doug Supernaw, Baillie and the Boys, Collin Raye, Billy Dean, Jeannie Seely, Jan Howard, John Rich, Jody Miller, Lulu Roman, and countless others. In 2018, Country For A Cause teamed with Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt as the sole beneficiary of proceeds raised. In total, over $200,000 has been raised! For more information, visit facebook.com/groups/1661154010787818/ and facebook.com/countryfac.
ABOUT GUS ARRENDALE AND SPRINGER MOUNTAIN FARMS
Gus Arrendale is the President of Springer Mountain Farms. Springer Mountain Farms is a family-owned company in northeast Georgia that has raised chickens for over 50 years. Springer Mountain Farms chickens are responsibly raised on local family farms on a high-quality diet of pesticide-free, 100% American-grown grains without any antibiotics, hormones, steroids, or animal by-products, and they are certified by the American Humane Association. Fresh and frozen, ready-to-cook, and fully-cooked chicken products are available at select grocery stores and served in restaurants across the country. Go to SpringerMTN.com to locate, learn more, or follow on social media @SMFchicken.
ABOUT MONROE CARELL JR. CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL AT VANDERBILT
Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals, treating and helping to prevent a full range of pediatric health issues from colds and broken bones to complex heart diseases and cancer. In 2024, Monroe Carell was again names among the nation’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” for the 18th consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, the hospital earned the distinction of being the No. 1 pediatric hospital in Tennessee and shares first place in the Southeast Region for the fourth consecutive year.
Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, a nonprofit organization, opened in 2004, expanded its physical space in 2012, and in 2016 began construction to add four new floors encompassing 160,000 total sq. ft. The new expansion helps to advance the size and scope of the hospital’s mission. For more about Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt: ChildrensHospitalVanderbilt.org.
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