Jake Owen says he's proud he's able to support his hometown. Earlier this month the singer teamed up with tennis pro Mardy Fish for their fifth annual "Mardy's Tennis & Jake's Music Fest" fundraiser in Vero Beach, Florida. Owen notes, quote, "Every year I'm reminded how privileged I am to have been raised in this wonderful and charitable community. It is such an honor to be a part of giving back to the children of Vero Beach." He adds, "A special thanks goes out to everyone who helped make this year's event so incredible -- including my friends Little Big Town and Mardy! We're already looking forward to next year and making plans to grow this event!"
The two-day event included a kids' tennis clinic and a concert featuring Owen and Little Big Town. Last week Owen made a 30-thousand-dollar donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and a 33-thousand-dollar contribution to the Mardy Fish Foundation, which supports sports and music after-school programs at the local county schools.
