First-time and returning artists flocked to Memphis, Tenn., in January for the 30th anniversary of Country Cares, and former St. Jude patients shared their stories.
Owen wanted to launch a campaign to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and he hoped that the country music industry would join him in rallying behind the cause. Did they ever.
People all over the 815 stepped up to show the importance of St. Jude and the effort proved substantial donations. In fact, 2018 beat the previous by $10,000.