This fall, members of our community in Chicago and surrounding areas are invited to attend “When I Am Free”, a benefit concert in support of Rainbow Railroad. The event will be held at Jazz Showcase on November 1, 2023 at 6:45 pm and will feature the talents of platinum award winning composer and artist Ann Hampton Callaway.
"When I am Free" kicks off the annual Chicago 5 Lives campaign, which aims to help at least 5 LGBTQI+ people fleeing persecution around the world find safe pathways to freedom. This year, we hope to eclipse $250,000 in funds raised through this campaign!
We are also thrilled to celebrate our community in Chicago, which earlier this year was announced as a pilot city for Rainbow Railroad’s involvement with the Welcome Corps program. Welcome Corps is a new US government program that allows everyday Americans to privately sponsor refugees from around the world.
“When I Am Free” promises to be an evening of exceptional artistry for an exceptional cause.
Accompanying Ann will be the phenomenal jazz fusion band, The Urban Knights. Known for regularly showcasing jazz legend Ramsey Lewis, the band includes Grammy-nominated guitarist Henry Johnson, drummer Charles Heath, bassist Joshua Ramos, and keyboardist Tim Gant.
