Since its inception in 2005 Jazz for the Park has raised nearly $75,000 for Wilson Commencement Park.
In its first year Jazz for the Park presented internationally acclaimed Kevin Mahagony accompanied by the youthful New Life Jazz Orchestra under the direction of Kendrick Oliver.
In 2006 Wilson Commencement Park was able to secure a performance by legendary Multi Grammy Award Winner George Benson with a very special performance by Raul Midon.
In 2007 Wilson Commencement Park had the opportunity to present a dynamite concert by Multi Grammy Award Winner Pat Metheny, who was joined by Christian McBride and Antonio Sanchez.
You can visit the Jazz for the Park 2007 Photo Gallery here or by clicking on the image.
Jazz for the Park is made possible through the generous support of all its sponsors and patrons. A post concert reception following the performance gives patron-ticket holders and sponsors the opportunity to mingle among each other, learn more about WCP's mission and meet the artist.
For sponsorship opportunities and to place an ad into the Jazz for the Park program book contact Mary Lippa, Director of Development and Communications at Wilson Commencement Park.
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Proceeds from the Jazz for the Park concert will help the children and families of Wilson Commencement Park become whole and strong by enhancing current programs and services to meet their increasing needs. Wilson Commencement Park offers housing, hope and change. It's a place where single-parent families can master new self-sufficiency skills for a lifetime.
WCP parents want what all parents want: financial independence, marketable skills, a living wage, a fulfilling job, a comfortable home, a safe neighborhood with good schools and a bright future for their children. But their road to self-sufficiency and independence from welfare is filled with obstacles. Some parents have left abusive homes. Some have lost a mate's earning power through desertion, death or divorce. Some have lost a job and need to retrain or change careers. Some have a child who needs special attention. Some are in recovery from substance abuse. Some have been incarcerated. Some have physical or mental health issues.
While families are putting their lives in order, WCP provides an attractive, affordable, gated community in which to live for up to two years. It provides programs and services that help residents develop the assets that will foster their economic independence and family stability.
For more info, please visit www.wilsoncommencementpark.org
*Photo Credits, header image: Gary Geer