FOX 9 and MPR Announce “Shine On MN” Broadcast on May 10 to Support Local Nonprofits

Via an April 30 News Release:

FOX 9 and MPR Announce “Shine On Minnesota” Broadcast Benefit to Support Minnesota Nonprofits During COVID-19

Abbott to match all donations up to $50,000

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FOX 9 (KMSP-TV), in partnership with Minnesota Public Radio (MPR), today announced “Shine On Minnesota,” a broadcast event featuring local musicians to benefit Minnesota nonprofits during the COVID-19 crisis. The broadcast event will air on FOX 9, Sunday night May 10, and will include entertainment, musical performances, inspirational messages, and stories of hope from some of Minnesota’s favorite artists and celebrities.

“This unique program, Shine On Minnesota, will bring Minnesotans together for an evening of uplifting messages and performances to support some critical needs in our community,” said FOX 9 Senior Vice President General Manager, Sheila Oliver.  “Shine On Minnesota is for Minnesota, by Minnesota and benefitting Minnesota and we are thrilled to bring well-known Minnesotans together to raise funds for those who need it most.”  

“This event is a great example of bringing Minnesota together to give back to those who are working hard through the pandemic, and we’re excited to be a part of this broadcast,” said David Safar, The Current’s managing director.  “This is an especially important time to amplify the voices of our Minnesota music scene. With a wide range of local talent on deck, Shine On MN will be the light for all Minnesotans in a time that has felt very dark for many.” 

Hosted by Jason Matheson, host of “The Jason Show,” Alix Kendall, anchor of “Fox 9 Morning News,” MPR News’ Cathy Wurzer and The Current’s Jill Riley.  The May 10 broadcast event will raise funds for local nonprofits that help Minnesotans who are impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. In partnership with GiveMN, all proceeds from the “Shine On Minnesota” broadcast event will be donated to:

• Second Harvest Heartland to support efforts to provide food security to Minnesotans in need; 
• Springboard for the Arts to support Minnesota artists during the pandemic; and
• MN Central Kitchen to help the restaurant industry tackle hunger and layoffs brought on by the pandemic.

Abbott, a global health technology company with eight facilities in Minnesota, will generously match all donations up to $50,000. Abbott helps people live more fully with their life-changing technologies and products. In recent weeks, it has launched three new diagnostics tests to help in the fight against COVID-19, and with its foundation, the Abbott Fund, is supporting relief efforts globally, providing millions in funding and products to help frontline workers and communities in need.

“Shine On Minnesota” will showcase videos, performances, uplifting moments and messages submitted by some of Minnesota’s favorite artists and celebrities.

“We’ve seen music’s power in connecting us all,” said Brian Newhouse, managing director, Classical MPR. “We love that this is an opportunity to spotlight Minnesota’s many talents, while lifting up our community at a time when we need it most.”

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