Rock, Reggae, & Relief Benefits Catapult Greater Pittsburgh
By Layla Joseph
The sixth Rock, Reggae and Relief fundraising festival will bring radical vibes to the 200 block of Forbes Avenue starting at noon on August 19.
The annual outdoor fundraising event is hosted by the Piatt Family Foundation whose mission is to support communities, families and individuals in distress with fundraising events and festivals.
With live music all day Saturday from feel good rock and reggae bands like headliners Slightly Stoopid and Sublime with Rome, the block party music festival will allow Pittsburghers to boogie and groove for a great cause.
Along with the headliners, Tropidelic, Roots of Creation, Keystone Vibe and Fubar will be taking the stage. Stay hydrated and avoid hunger by checking out the food trucks and mobile bar at the event.
On August 18, grab a ticket for the pre-party at Roost and enjoy music from Roots of Creation, fans of the band should upgrade their tickets and gain access to exclusive merch and meet the band before the show.
All ages are welcomed at Rock, Reggae and Relief, and tickets for children under 12 are just $40 and receive the same perks as their guardian's ticket.
There are three options for adult tickets: general admission will run the festival goer $85 and allow them to experience different internationally recognized bands, have access to food, beverages, vendors and merchandise.
Gold VIP will cost the attendee $200, receiving everything the general admission receives in addition to indoor seating, private bars, indoor restrooms, priority stage viewing and access to the Revel Lounge.
Bump up the experience and go hard with the Platinum VIP for $350 and be treated like royalty with everything Gold VIPs get and more: exclusive front row access, seats in the Platinum Lounge and outdoor VIP viewing from the platinum lounge.
Grab a wristband before leaving for easy entry back into the festival. For guests that want to keep the festival rocking after the block-party, make a $20 to $50 donation and bring out your inner animal with the Animal Liberation Orchestra at Roost.
This year, the non-profit that is benefiting from the music festival will be Catapult Greater Pittsburgh, an independent organization that supports economic development and justice while providing resources and financial counseling to disenfranchised communities.
According to Catapult Pittsburgh’s website, 20% of Pittsburgh community members live at or below the federal income limit for poverty.
With programs like Revitalizing Neighborhoods and Increasing Homeownership (RNIH), Catapult Greater Pittsburgh assists residents in Allegheny County who are planning to become first-time homeowners by providing them with grants up to $25,000.
