The Eagles have donated $2.5 million to FireAid, the upcoming benefit concert to support those affected by the Southern California wildfires. FireAid, described as ‘an evening of music and solidarity’ will take place on Thursday, January 30th at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.
The Eagles have pledged $2.5 million to efforts to rebuild Los Angeles and prevent similar events in the future, however, it remains unclear whether or not the band will perform at the FireAid benefit concert. FireAid is being produced by Eagles manager Irving Azoff, his wife Shelli, Live Nation, and AEG Presents.
Proceeds from the FireAid concert will go towards a 501(c)(3) created to focus on rebuilding infrastructure, supporting displaced families, and advancing fire prevention technologies and strategies to ensure LA is better prepared for fire emergencies. Since launching the Los Angeles Fire Relief Effort To Support Music Professionals last week, the Recording Academy and MusiCares have raised and pledged more than $2 million in emergency aid to music people affected by the wildfires.
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