Farm Aid is synonymous with star-studded rock concerts, like the one expected to draw 30,000 people to southeastern Pennsylvania on Saturday September 22, 2012. But the real work of the organization happens mostly behind the scenes across rural America every day.
Singer-songwriter Willie Nelson, president and co-founder of Farm Aid, believes the group's commitment to protecting farmland puts it on "the right side of history."
With more than $40 million raised through the musical performances and private contributions since the first Farm Aid concert in 1985, the organization works to keep family farmers on their land by awarding modest cash grants to groups that help small- and medium-size farms across the country. Farm Aid awarded nearly $308,000 to 42 organizations last year. MORE HERE
Lineup Schedule & Concert Update HERE
Farm Aid Webcast from 8-11pm (EDT) on September 22, visit HERE to watch Farm Aid 2012: A Backstage Pass. In addition to performances from the stage, it will give viewers a behind-the-scenes glimpse of Farm Aid 2012, featuring interviews with artists, farmers and fans;
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