Fundraiser headliner for Fully Charged Foundation...David Lee Murphy!

Nashville headliner David Lee Murphy will bring his energy, enthusiasm along with his wildly charismatic songs and performing to Grygla, MN on June 7, 2019 to support the Fully Charged Foundation in it’s efforts to provide scholarships to area youth who pursue careers in the skilled labor trades.  Local fan favorite band Shell Shock will open the evening. 

“Not everyone needs a 4 year university degree or wants $100,000 in student loan debt to pursue their dreams and provide a career for themselves and a comfortable livelihood for their families,” states Fully Charged Foundation Executive Director Patrick Hackley.  “We are some 390,000 truck drivers short in the United States, with many soon wanting to retire.  The same can be said for electricians, construction workers, plumbers and many other tradespeople. As the old country song goes, who’s going to fill their shoes?” “We feel very blessed to have the opportunity to secure an entertainer the caliber of David Lee Murphy in our small rural Minnesota community.  David Lee Murphy is currently touring with Kenny Chesney on his “Song for the Saints” tour.  He will play in Grygla Friday night and then be back on the road with Kenny the next night.  His entire management and road team have been incredible to work with and we are so happy to host them in Grygla!”

“We will give out several scholarships this first year.  The Wendy Sandsmark Memorial Scholarship will go to a graduating senior from either Grygla or Goodridge High School.  It is in memory of Wendy Sandsmark, a long time member of the Grygla community who passed away suddenly last spring.” “I didn’t know Wendy for very long, but she was the first person to welcome me to town when I moved two years ago.  She had a profound impact in the short time I knew her and had a huge impact on the many friends and family who loved her.  She was always wanting to help the youth in our area and we felt it only appropriate that her legacy and commitment to youth live on long after her time on earth.” Patrick states.  “Our board of directors is currently fielding ideas or names for other scholarships, along with solidifying long term sponsorships from area businesses to grow our program.”  

Tickets for the event are $100 which includes admission to the concert, a steak dinner sponsored in part by the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association and the Minnesota Beef Council, all you can drink beverages and a chance to win a 2019 Ford F-150 or $40,000 in cash.  Youth age 18 and under tickets are $30 and include the meal and concert.  Door prizes will also be drawn for youth. 

“ I really want to thank Steve Lillestol and the staff at Thief River Ford for their commitment to our program and being the first corporate sponsor of our foundation” states Hackley.

Tickets are on sale through our Facebook page and at the following businesses – Thief River Ford, Erl’s Market in Thief River Falls, Goodridge Municipal Liquor Store, Grygla Coop Store, Gully Tri-Coop, Northern State Bank in Gonvick & Richards Publishing in Gonvick.  You can also send checks directly to the foundation for tickets at Fully Charged Foundation, PO Box 226, Grygla MN 56727.  

Daily updates on the event and more information on the Fully Charged Foundation’s work for area youth can be found by visiting “Fully Charged Foundation” on Facebook or email us at fullychargedfoundation@gmail.com

Fully Charged Foundation PO Box 226 Grygla, MN 56727 218-294-6067 fullychargedfoundation@gmail.com