Annual Harrington Family Foundation Benefit Concert

Portland, OR (PRWEB) May 19, 2004 -- Following last year’s highly successful inaugural charity event, Joey Harrington, NFL Detroit Lions quarterback, announces the Second Annual Harrington Family Foundation Benefit Concert featuring contemporary rockers Third Eye Blind on Thursday, July 1, 2004.

This much anticipated event is set for the intimate outdoor locale of Pioneer Courthouse Square, in the heart of the city’s thriving downtown. Presented by KeyBank and produced by Portland-based TAOW Productions, the rain or shine event will benefit Shriners Hospital for Children, Portland and the Harrington Family Foundation.

Third Eye Blind’s multi-platinum smash hits “Semi-Charmed Life,� “Deep Inside of You,� and “How’s It Going To Be� have garnered critical and commercial acclaim. Having toured with acts such as U2 and the Rolling Stones, Third Eye Blind has built a loyal fan base worldwide. As a special treat, accomplished pianist Joey Harrington will jam alongside the band during this unique benefit performance.

“This is a tremendous opportunity to play with some terrific artists, while also giving back to the community that has been so supportive of me and my family,� says Harrington, former Oregon Duck quarterback. “The success of last year’s event exceeded our projected revenue goals by raising over $30,000 for Shriners. For 2004, we have set our sights higher and we really need your support to help make this year’s event an even greater success!�

Presented by KeyBank and sponsored by KINK FM 102, Nike, U of O Alumni Association, the Detroit Lions and other sponsors to be named, 100% of all of the proceeds will go to benefit children’s charities.

Known as “Portland’s Living Room�, Pioneer Courthouse Square is located at SW Broadway & Yamhill. Doors open at 6pm and the concert starts at 7pm. Due to limited seating and last year’s sell-out crowd, advance tickets are highly recommended. Tickets are $32.50 advance, $35 day of show and are on sale at Tickets West outlets, on the web at www.ticketswest.com, or by phone at 800-992-8499 or 800-325-7328.

About the Shriners Hospitals for Children Shriners Hospitals for Children is a network of pediatric specialty hospitals throughout North America where children under the age of 18 receive excellent medical care absolutely free of charge without regard to race or religion.

About The Harrington Family Foundation The Harrington Family Foundation believes every child has the right to receive a quality education and proper health care in a safe and nurturing community. Assisting the hospital dovetails Harrington and his family’s mission to provide support to local and national non-profit organizations that share their vision. For more information www.joeyharrington3.com

About TAOW Productions, LLC: Based in Portland, TAOW provides event management, entertainment and logistics worldwide to corporations, trade associations and charitable foundations. For more: www.taowproductions.com

About KeyBank: Key companies provide investment management, retail and commercial banking, retirement, consumer finance, and investment banking products and services to individuals and companies throughout the United States and internationally. The company’s businesses deliver their products and services through KeyCenters and offices; a network of nearly 2,200 ATMs; telephone banking centers (1.800.KEY2YOU); and a Web site, Key.com, that provides account access and financial products 24 hours a day. Key has 66 KeyCenters (branches) in Oregon. Every year, KeyBank sponsorships and foundation grants go to a variety of organization that make a real difference in people's lives and enhance the communities we serve.