GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — KARE 11 is excited to announce MN Bands Together, a celebration of local musicians to support the Greater Twin Cities United Way. The lineup is as follows: Soul Asylum, Chris Hawkey, Ka Lia Universe, Chris Kroeze, Nur-D, Kyle Skye, NunnAbove, Matthew Griswold, Emily Haavik & The 35s, The Bazillions and Mostly Trees.
Viewers are asked to donate if they are financially able to the Greater Twin Cities United Way COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund. 100% of the funds donated will be granted to local nonprofits providing immediate support such as food, shelter, child care, supplies and financial assistance to those most vulnerable to issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The TEGNA Foundation and KARE 11 have donated $5,000 to this fund and hope to raise $50,000 from this event.
The TEGNA Foundation and KARE 11 will also be donating $5,000 to the Twin Cities Music Community Trust in appreciation and support for the artist community.