More Than This Concert donates $28 million
Published:Thursday | November 27, 2025 | 12:07 AM
Organisers of the More Than This Concert formally handed over $28 million in net proceeds to six charities on Wednesday. The announcement comes four months after more than 15,000 patrons filled the East Lawn of King’s House on Emancipation Day, where gospel powerhouse CeCe Winans delivered a masterful performance that has since been hailed as one of the standout concerts of 2025.
In keeping with the concert’s commitment to supporting national development and uplifting Jamaica’s most vulnerable communities, the Bustamante Hospital for Children received the largest allocation of $17 million, which has been used to procure a phacoemulsification machine for the Ophthalmology Unit.
The Governor-General’s Programme for Excellence and the Students Christian Fellowship and Scripture Union each received $3 million, while Open Door Jamaica Foundation and Yadel Home for Children received J$2 million each. In addition, $1 million was allocated to Food For The Poor Jamaica as an emergency supplement to support relief efforts following Hurricane Melissa.
Eric Hosin, chairman of the Come Alive Collective, said the scale of the contributions demonstrates the power of a unified entertainment experience. He noted that the concert’s impact is measured not only by the quality of the performances but by the lives that will be changed as a result. “The night itself was extraordinary, but today represents the true legacy of More Than This and the Come Alive Collective. More than 15,000 patrons stood with us at King’s House, and their support has now become $28 million of meaningful investment in our hospitals, our young people, and our communities. We are profoundly grateful to every partner, sponsor and attendee who helped to make this possible,” he said.
The Emancipation Day production delivered one of the year’s most memorable moments in live gospel entertainment, showcasing CeCe Winans at her vocal and spiritual best and supported by a strong cast of local ministers. Beyond the artistry, the concert set a new benchmark for how Jamaica’s entertainment sector can mobilise audiences for national upliftment. This handover underscores that achievement, ensuring that the energy and unity seen on August 1 continue to move across the country in tangible ways.