Chris Young Donates $50,000 To Middle Tennessee Tornado Relief
Chris Young is stepping up to help those in need after a tornado tore through Nashville and surrounding cities overnight,…
Chris Young; Photo by Andrew Wendowski
Chris Young is stepping up to help those in need after a tornado tore through Nashville and surrounding cities overnight, leaving at least 22 dead.
The singer/songwriter took to Instagram to pledge a donation of $50,000 to the Music City Inc Foundation to assist in storm relief.
“My heart goes out to everyone who lost friends or family last night,” Young wrote. “It’s devastating to see photos this morning of the city I call home. I don’t even recognize some of the locations it’s so bad… to help I’m donating $50,000 to the Music City Inc Foundation.”
Young also encouraged his fans to give back if they can, directing them to donate HERE.
Dozens of country artists have taken to social media to share their thoughts and prayers for those affected by the storms in Nashville.
Officials are still surveying the extensive damage in and around Music City and believe that over 40 buildings collapsed during the storm.
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