On Sunday afternoon Westminster United Church of Christ hosted its annual Jam for Bread concert, raising nearly $1,000 for GED testing for Spokane's homeless youth.
The concert featured five musical performances, including Ashé West African Drum and Dance, Spokane Area Youth Choirs and Cellists of the Spokane Symphony.
More than 140 people attended the event. All proceeds went to Volunteers of America’s Crosswalk, an emergency shelter and a school-drop out prevention program that focuses on breaking the cycle of youth homelessness in Spokane
Bridget Cannon, director of youth services for Volunteers of America, said costs for GED testing has doubled in the last year and was grateful for any money that could go toward student testing.
“What allows us to help are things like Jam for Bread, which raises money for these costs that have occurred and will help these kids succeed,” Cannon said.
