.

Metallica Helping Hands Concert And Auction Raises $3 Million For Charity


Bruce Henne | 02-09-2023

Metallica Helping Hands Concert And Auction Raises $3 Million For Charity Event poster

(hennemusic) Metallica has announced that their recent Helping Hands Concert & Auction raised $3 million for causes that are supported by the band's All Within My Hands Foundation.

Hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, the December 16 event - which featured a pair of acoustic and electric sets by the band that included a guest appearance by St. Vincent, an opening set by Greta Van Fleet and surprise guest Robert Downey Jr. - was streamed live worldwide by Paramount+, MTV's YouTube channel, and PlutoTV.

"Thanks to the support of fans and sponsors," says Metallica, "the evening raised approximately $3,000,000 - a total higher than the first two benefits combined!"

"As much about highlighting philanthropy as it was about entertainment, six organizations doing essential work year-round were honored," outlines the AWMH Foundation. "Each group had representatives participate in the program and received a grant of $25,000."

"We cannot thank the Metallica Family and AWMH supporters enough for joining us to create an event we'll never forget," adds the Foundation. "As always, we encourage you to find a cause that inspires you - whether it's related to AWMH or not - and give back your time, money, voice, or however you can."

Among the post-event video Metallica has shared from the evening is footage of the band performing the 1976 Thin Lizzy classic, "Borderline"; watch the acoustic performance of the song and see the list of charities that received grants here.

Related Stories
Metallica's Black Album Passed Major Milestone (2024 In Review)

Stream Metallica's 2024 Helping Hands Concert

Late Metallica Icon Cliff Burton Featured On Apocalyptica Version Of 'The Call of Ktulu' (2024 In Review)

Metallica Live Debuted Their Longest Song Ever (2024 In Review)

Metallica Shared Full Elton John and Bernie Taupin Tribute Performance (2024 In Review)


News > Metallica


Share this article: Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Reddit email this article


advertisement