buildOn Announces Return of ‘Better Together’ Concert Featuring Blues Sensation Grace Bowers & The Hodge Podge
SAN FRANCISCO, April 2, 2025 – The highly anticipated Better Together Concert hosted by buildOn returns to San Francisco, featuring acclaimed blues artist Grace Bowers & The Hodge Podge. Set for Thursday, May 8, 2025, the concert will be held at The Chapel, located at 777 Valencia Street in the bustling Mission District. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
The event will spotlight local youth from Oakland while raising essential funds for buildOn’s impactful Service Learning Program. Renowned for her exceptional guitar skills, 18-year-old Grace Bowers has been recognized by Rolling Stone as “Nashville’s new guitar hero.” Her acclaimed debut album, “Wine On Venus,” produced by John Osborne of Brothers Osborne, has garnered widespread praise, described by Forbes as “an infectious, joyous party,” establishing her as a rising star in the music industry.
Sterling Spence, Executive Director for buildOn in Oakland, emphasized the concert’s significance: “This event captures the essence of Oakland—extraordinary artistic talent combined with deep community spirit. Grace Bowers’ electrifying performance mirrors the passion and dedication of our students who continuously work to make meaningful change in their communities. Every ticket purchased directly empowers these young leaders.”
Proceeds from the Better Together Concert will directly benefit buildOn’s Service Learning Program in Oakland, which currently engages approximately 700 students each week in vital community service projects. These projects foster leadership skills and provide tangible solutions to local challenges.
Tickets can be purchased now at buildon.org/bettertogether. For additional information about buildOn’s initiatives in Oakland, visit buildon.org/oakland.
