Rupp Arena to Host Red Cross Donation Drive for Immediate Relief to Hurricane Helene Victims
LEXINGTON, KY (October 4, 2024) - In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, Rupp Arena, proudly managed by Oak View Group, will host the American Red Cross as they collect donations at the Leanne Morgan show on October 5, 2024. This initiative aims to provide immediate relief to communities that are grappling with the aftermath of this severe storm. With homes destroyed, families displaced, and essential services disrupted, the need for support is urgent.
The Red Cross has deployed over 500 trained disaster workers to the affected areas, where they are actively delivering critical support, including meals, essential supplies, and damage assessments. As the situation continues to evolve, additional responders are on their way to assist those in need.
Doors open at 6 PM, and we encourage attendees to arrive early to help fill the Red Cross buckets at the entrance. This is a great opportunity for attendees to contribute directly to recovery efforts and make a real difference in the lives of those facing significant challenges. Together, we can restore hope and provide essential support to those in crisis.
“Rupp Arena has always been a gathering place for our community, and we are proud to host the Red Cross for this important donation drive,” said Brian Sipe, General Manager. “We are incredibly thankful to Leanne Morgan for using her Lexington show as an opportunity to support our fellow citizens facing the devastating aftermath of last week’s hurricane.”
For those who are not attending the event, donations can be made by texting HELENE to 90999.
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About Rupp Arena
Located in Lexington, Kentucky, the Lexington Center Corporation (LCC) is a not-for-profit 501c3 corporate agency of the Lexington Fayette Urban County Government. It was established in 1974 to manage and maintain Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center, the Central Bank Center (formerly Lexington Convention Center), Triangle Park, and the Lexington Opera House. One of the nation’s most storied entertainment destinations, Central Bank Center venues collectively welcome an average of 1.3 million patrons annually.
Since 1976, Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center has served as the home court of the University of Kentucky men’s basketball team, regularly leading the national attendance average. Rupp Arena has hosted legendary artists such as Justin Timberlake, Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks, Chris Stapleton, and many more. Since 2018, Oak View Group and Live Nation Arenas have provided booking services to Rupp Arena. During the last 18 months, Rupp Arena has broken all previous audience attendance and revenue records in its storied 43-year history.
About Oak View Group
Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in live experience venue development, management, premium hospitality services, and 360-degree solutions for a collection of world-class-owned venues and a client roster of arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions. Founded by Tim Leiweke and Irving Azoff in 2015, OVG is the leading developer of major new venues either open or under development across four continents. Visit OakViewGroup.com, and follow OVG on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.