Bands on the Bayou raises $42,000 for local nonprofits.

The 2025 Bands on the Bayou concert series raised $42,000, to be split evenly among six local nonprofits; the series has donated more than $163,000 since 2021.

Bands on the Bayou's 2025 concert series raised $42,000 for local charities, the East Hill Neighborhood Association announced. The funds will be divided evenly among six nonprofit organizations that serve the Pensacola area. The series continued its focus on bringing the community together through live music while supporting local causes. Organizers said they will deliver checks in person to each recipient rather than holding a single presentation event. Key details: - The 2025 concert series raised $42,000, to be distributed evenly among six local nonprofits. - The six named beneficiaries are 309 Punk Project, Wildlife Sanctuary of NW Florida, Hope Above Fear, Pensacola Dream Center, Guardian Ad Litem, and 4 Ever Dez. - Bands on the Bayou organizers plan to deliver checks directly to each organization's office instead of a single public presentation. - Since its start in 2021, the concert series has donated more than $163,000 to local nonprofits. - Organizers announced an application deadline of Feb. 28 for nonprofits to be considered for the 2026 series and listed 2026 event dates of May 22, July 31, and Oct. 2. Summary: The 2025 series reinforced Bands on the Bayou's role as a community fundraiser and a platform for local music. Organizers plan personal deliveries of the 2025 checks and have shared dates and an application deadline for the 2026 series, with further planning and outreach expected to continue as the next steps.