Just imagine ~ It’s a September Sunday and you are wondering how to spend your afternoon. Imagine hearing a talk from the fabulous New York Times best-selling author Pam Grout, and singing along with positive, inspirational and fun music from New Thought Artists Greg Tamblyn, Karen Drucker & Gary Lynn Floyd…

Turn imagination into reality! On Sunday September 18th at 4:00 pm, at Unity On The Plaza in Kansas City, we are creating a Benefit Concert to raise funds for the 222 Foundation. 

And the best part: it’s FREE!!!!!!!

(While it is free, we are suggesting a donation of $22
or any amount that you feel comfortable donating.)

 Pam Grout’s 222 Foundation was started in honor of her 25-year-old daughter Taz, whose life was cut short by a brain aneurysm. In keeping up with the philanthropic work Taz was doing in the world, The 222 Foundation gives a $12,222 grant every February 22 (2/22) to a creative project that rewrites the dream of the modern world from consumption and acquisition to the dream of creativity and self-expression. In their words: “We believe the pursuit of happiness comes from human solidarity, simple living, respect for nature and the empowerment of all people. Our mission is to reallocate the world’s resources away from fear and towards love.”

The Details

The Location:  Unity on the Plaza, 707 W. 47th St., Kansas City, MO

Date:  Sunday, September 18, 2022

Time:  4:00 p.m. Central time

Cost:  FREE!!
(While, it is free, we are suggesting a donation of $22 or any amount 
that you feel comfortable donating.)

If you can’t attend the concert but want to support the 222 Foundation you can donate online: Taz Grout’s 222 Foundation

Donors may also send checks to DCCF (Douglas County Community Foundation) with the following instructions:

Make checks payable to:
Douglas County Community Foundation
Memo line: Taz Grout’s 222 Fund

Mailing address:
Douglas County Community Foundation
900 Massachusetts     Suite 406
Lawrence, KS  66044

For non-cash donations such as appreciated stock or other property transactions, please contact Chip Blaser, Executive Director, at chipblaser@dccfoundation.org, or call 785-843-8727.

About the Performers:

 Pam Grout 

 Pam Grout is a hopeless romantic who still believes the world is a beautiful place, that people are noble and that anything is possible. For a living (and she always wonders why people think that’s such an important question), she writes books, articles, and plays. Pam is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of E-Squared, Thank & Grow Rich, and 17 other books, with more than a million books in print in over 40 languages. A prolific travel writer, she contributes to Men’s Journal, CNN Travel, LA Times, Huffington Post, and People magazine. Pam has also authored three books for National Geographic on meaningful vacations. She has been interviewed by Fast Company, Wall Street Journal, and a countless number of podcasts. For mor information: Pam Grout

Greg Tamblyn

 Greg Tamblyn, NCW (No Credentials Whatsoever), has been a successful singer, songwriter, speaker, and humorist for over 25 years. He combines outstanding audience rapport with an irreverent sense of humor, and has a special interest in the relationship of music, laughter, and lifestyle to physical and emotional well-being. Greg’s humorous musings on cultural absurdities, as well as his messages of effectiveness, optimism, and service, have garnered him a large international following. Greg has become well known for his inspiring songs about the power of the human spirit, as well as his off-the-wall send-ups of modern life such as “The Shootout at the I’m OK, You’re OK Corral,” “My Life is a Beer Commercial,” and “Type A-Ness.” Based for many years in Nashville, he now makes his home in Kansas City, and performs throughout the world for a wide variety of groups interested in wellness. For mor information: Greg Tamblyn

Karen Drucker

Karen’s message is all about healing and love – whether singing one of her positive message songs or sharing stories that are funny, inspiring, and heart opening. She is a keynote speaker, women’s retreat facilitator, and entertainer who has recorded 22 CDs of her inspirational music. Karen is also the author of the best- selling book “Let Go of the Shore – Songs & Stories To Set The Spirit Free.” Her chants and songs are used around the world and often help people deal with illness and loss, or help them fill the need to feel more centered for the day. Karen’s intention is to make a difference by using her music to open hearts and share a message of hope, acceptance, and love.  For more information: Karen Drucker

Gary Lynn Floyd

Gary Lynn Floyd is an American singer-songwriter who connects straight to the heart with his soulful style. A native of Houston, Gary began picking out melodies on a piano at four years old, and he’s been making music ever since. Today, he writes deep and meaningful music and shares these songs to audiences across the country. His style is a mix of pop, rhythm, and blues, combining silky vocals with powerful lyrics. Gary brings to his musical performances the culmination of a life’s work. From early roots in gospel and jazz to stage and screen acting to his recent one-man show “When Gary Met Harry: The Music of Harry Warren”, Gary draws from a deep and eclectic well of talent and experience. His newest album is called “Then & Now” a 10-year celebration of his music.  For more information: Gary Lynn Floyd