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America's Block Party to celebrate July 4th with benefit concert

America's Block Party to celebrate July 4th with benefit concert

Summary

America's Block Party will hold a benefit concert on July 4th in Los Angeles to celebrate the United States' 250th birthday. The event will raise money for Feeding America and promote a new charity initiative called Giving 4th, encouraging people to donate on Independence Day.

Key Facts

  • The concert will take place at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on July 4th.
  • Queen Latifah will host the concert.
  • Performers include Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins, with more artists to be announced.
  • Tickets cost $17.76, referencing the year 1776, and go on sale June 16 at 10 a.m. PDT.
  • Proceeds from ticket sales will support Feeding America, a hunger relief organization.
  • 5,000 free tickets will be given to first responders, veterans, and active-duty military members.
  • The event promotes "Giving 4th," aiming to make Independence Day the biggest day of charitable giving in U.S. history.
  • America250, a nonpartisan organization, is organizing the celebration and related community events across the country.
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