Amos Lee to Headline Children’s Cancer Association’s 30th Anniversary Gala

Live From the Heart benefit concert supports free JoyRx programs
for hospitalized children impacted by serious illness

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE- Portland, Ore. – [April 24, 2025] – Children’s Cancer Association, founded in 1995, is grateful to announce that Amos Lee will take the stage as the headliner for the company’s Live from the Heart benefit concert—an evening of music and impact to celebrate the company’s 30th anniversary—on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at the Portland Art Museum in Portland, Oregon. All proceeds from the event directly benefit the organization’s JoyRx Music, Mentorship and Nature programs, to create moments of connection, empowerment, and emotional well-being for children facing serious and terminal illnesses across the Pacific Northwest and the nation.

Amos Lee is a critically acclaimed singer-songwriter whose unique blend of folk, soul, and Americana has inspired audiences around the world. With a career spanning nearly two decades, his heartfelt lyrics and soulful voice have earned him chart-topping albums, collaborations with music legends like Norah Jones and Bob Dylan, and a devoted fan base. A longtime supporter of the organization, he has previously performed for children in hospitals through JoyRx Music. His return for Live from the Heart underscores his genuine connection to the mission and the healing power of music.

“Being able to honor 30 years of JoyRx Music with Amos is truly an honor,” says Jack Pipkin, CEO of Children’s Cancer Association. “His music embodies the depth and heart that we strive to bring to every child we serve. As we gather with the community leaders who have made our organization what it is today, it will be a true celebration of music’s ability to uplift and connect us all.”

The Live From the Heart gala will be filled with inspiration from JoyRx-served families and program elements that underscore the impact of the non-profit, which offers free pediatric enrichment services at the bedsides of seriously ill children and teens. Guests will enjoy an evening of cocktails, dinner, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting JoyRx programs, in addition to honoring the thirtieth anniversary of the company’s founding.

Sponsorships and donation opportunities in support of Children’s Cancer Association’s 30th Anniversary gala are available now. Please visit the event website here.

For 30 years, JoyRx Music® has drawn on the universal power of music to energize and lift spirits. This flagship program helps seriously ill children find joy during stressful and painful experiences related to extended hospitalizations and treatments for life-threatening illnesses. Highly trained JoyRx Music Specialists engage children of all ages and diagnoses, empowering them to choose the musical experience that best fits their current emotional state or desired level of engagement.  Offering live, digital and on demand services, JoyRx Music is now in more than 20 states and 50 pediatric sites across the nation, with regional hubs in Austin, Texas; New York, New York, and the company’s headquarters in Portland, Oregon.

​The JoyRx Mentorship® program, an award-winning initiative by the Children’s Cancer Association, offers compassionate companionship to seriously ill children and their families. With carefully matched, trained adult volunteers, the program fosters enduring friendships that provide emotional support and joyful distraction during challenging hospital stays. Mentors bring personalized activities and a comforting presence, creating moments of connection that help children feel like kids again. Since its inception in 1999, JoyRx Mentorship has facilitated over 1,600 meaningful matches, exclusively serving families in Portland, Oregon.

The JoyRx Nature® program, offered by the Children’s Cancer Association, provides a healing retreat for children facing serious illnesses and their families.At the heart of this initiative is the Alexandra Ellis Caring Cabin, nestled within 24 acres of serene woods and a tranquil lake along the Oregon Coast.This peaceful haven allows families to relax, explore, and create lasting memories together—free of charge.Available to children aged 3–19 in Oregon and Southwest Washington with a cancer diagnosis or terminal prognosis, the JoyRx Nature program offers a restorative escape from hospital routines, fostering emotional well-being through the therapeutic power of nature.​

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Live From the Heart benefit concert, in honor of 30 Years of JoyRx
Event Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Location: Portland Art Museum, 1219 SW Park Avenue, Portland, Oregon
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

For media inquiries about Children’s Cancer Association or the organization’s free JoyRx programs, please contact Andrea Tichy, Senior Director of Brand Marketing and Communications by emailing atichy@joyrx.org.

Photos and information about Amos Lee can be found here.