HOW WE'VE MADE A DIFFERENCE

Efforts to Support Nashville Flood Victims

In May, after the Nashville area was hit by devastating floods, American Idol finalsit and country music artist, Danny Gokey had a vision to provide hands on relief to families in the Antioch area. In doing so Sophia's Heart announced the opening of a Flood Relief Center. The vision was to provide "an oasis" for the flood victims, stocked with tthe supplies for their day-to-day needs. The Flood Relief Center is located in the greater Antioch area, housed in an old Best Buy building, and functions as a central hub of distribution for various organizations and individuals who have come together to provide a source of hope to local victims.

In opening this distribution center Sophia’s Heart aims to meet its “compassion” objectives. Since its origin in 2008, Sophia’s Heart has been here to help the Nashville community with its original intentions of reaching the community through children’s choirs and mentoring. However, when the flood took place, a different need arose in the community and Sophia’s Heart was there to take action.

Since opening its doors in mid May the Antioch Relief Center has provided multiple organizations and individuals, alongside Sophia’s Heart the opportunity to serve over 250 families by giving out over 6,000 items. These items range from food and clothing to cleaning supplies and hygene materials. If you are interested in supporting the Antioch Relief Center, there are several ways you can help. For more information on what we are doing and how you can lend a helping hand toward efforts at the Antioch Relief Center click here

HIGHLIGHTS

June 6th Community Event & Fundraiser

Sophia's Heart Foundation held its first annual Community Event & Fundraiser to celebrate the launch of its Music & Arts Program. The event was held at the St. Marcus School in Milwaukee. The Music & Arts Programs, in Milwaukee, features a Contemporary Children's Choir with students from Milwaukee central-city schools including St. Marcus School and the Lincoln Center of the Arts. The event featured a performance by the Miklwaukee Contemporary Children's Choir and keynote speaker and founder Danny Gokey himself. To see more images of the event please visit our online gallery. Online Gallery

Sophia's Heart Nashville Modern Community Choir's First Performance

On Saturday June 19th, 2010 the Sophia's Heart Nashville Contemporary Children's Choir had their first performance at a Relay for Life fundraiser event that was held at Mt. Zion Church. The choir, led by music director Wydell Croom, sang two selections during their first public performance.

This contemporary choir, which is the first of four programs to be launched, is part of the Sophia’s Heart Music & Arts programming here in the Nashville area. Similar programs have also been launched in Milwaukee & Los Angeles. To find out more on how you can help support our Modern Community Choirs click here

LATEST NEWS

"Free Me" Women's Group

Women in all walks of life face difficult issues everyday. You don't have to do it alone! Join "Free Me" as we address issues such as parenthood, single parenthood, job loss, monetary struggles, addictions of any kind, as well as the emotional, mental and physical strain that comes along with these issues. This group will be led by a licensed female Registered Nurse with many years of experience in group therapy, as well as life experience.

Where: 5380 Hickory Hollow Parkway
Antioch, TN
When: Weekly on Tuesdays: 6:30-8:30 pm
Cost: FREE, FREE* childcare provided

For information or pre-registration, contact Sophia's Heart by phone at (800) 595-6269 or by email at info@sophiasheart.org. You can also register at your first meeting.

*Any age child will be accepted. Children of school age will have homework assistance. Please note that food will not be provided.

More News & Updates on Danny:

• Watch Danny on Lifetime television's Health Corner click here
• To view the new "I Will Not Say Goodbye" video on CMT click here
• For Danny's latest Tour Dates and upcoming events click here

WHAT'S NEXT

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Sophia's Heart Children's Choir & Dance Team To Perform At Summerfest - July 4th

Danny Gokey returns to Milwaukee on July 4, 2010 to headline Summerfest, the World’s Largest Music Festival. The Sophia’s Heart Children’s Choir & Dance Team will showcase their talent when they open the show for Danny Gokey at the Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard Stage at 9:00pm.

The Sophia’s Heart Music & Arts Program is an after-school program featuring a Contemporary Children’s Choir and Dance Team with students from Milwaukee central-city schools. The Sophia’s Heart Children’s Community Choir features 7th & 8th grade students and is led by Music Director, Jeff Krumbein. The Sophia’s Heart Children’s Dance Team is led by Dance Instructor, Val Young.

click here for more information on Sophia's Heart Music & Arts Programs.

For more information visit www.summerfest.com

DANNY GOKEY CRUISE FOR SOPHIA'S HEART

Join Danny and his friends on the First Annual Danny Gokey Cruise. For more details on where we are sailing to and to learn how you can be part of this exciting event click here

CONSIDER JOINING OUR MONTHLY PARTNERSHIP

We Exist to help mend and heal the hearts of children and families who have been touched by poverty, sickness, disease, broken homes and broken dreams. Join us in our quest. Together we can make a difference. For more info click more