Grammy-nominated artist and Louisville, Ky., native, Jack Harlow is giving back to his hometown! Recent reports reveal that he’s teamed up with KFC and its parent business Yum! All brands affiliated are coming together to donate a combined $250,000 to the American Red Cross. In efforts to help those affected by a horrific tornado that struck the state’s western region on Saturday, killing at least 74 people.
Jack Harlow Is The Louisville Hero
Following the tragedy, President Joe Biden is set to visit Kentucky. Today (December 14th), Harlow will perform at the Louisville Palace Theatre as part of his new KFC engagement with a No Place Like Home concert series. In addition to performing at the venue on December 15th, 17th, and 18th. Tickets are also available online.
During the events, select fans can enjoy a KFC Chicken Sandwich in special Harlow packaging from a KFC food truck. Outside two of the No Place Like Home events, fans will be thrilled by a big KFC Bucket Boombox, which will be playing Harlow’s chart-topping songs. Where attendees will be able to enjoy good music and good eats while giving back for a great cause.
KFC Turns Up For A Cause
Brand marketing, social media activations, new menu item debuts, and special experiences will all be part of Harlow’s yearlong partnership with KFC. Below is a trailer for the KFC x Jack Harlow collaboration:
Growing up I always dreamed of being the biggest artist to come from Kentucky. Now I’m teaming up with @KFC, the biggest brand to come out of Kentucky.
Together we will be donating $250k to the @americanredcross in relief efforts for Kentucky’s tornado victims. pic.twitter.com/INM3cx2iC0
— Jack Harlow (@jackharlow) December 13, 2021
“Growing up I always dreamed of being that guy who would put Kentucky on the map in the music scene”. “But to team up with an iconic national staple like KFC, the biggest brand to come out of Kentucky, is truly an honor. I’m looking forward to all the amazing things we’re about to do together.”
Additionally, if you’re looking to help and support, we got you! Donations to KFC’s American Red Cross tornado relief efforts can be made online by members of the public. Stay tuned here at SYL Media for more news!