Country Radio Broadcasters (CRB) names Eric Church and Luke Combs as co-recipients of the CRS 2025 Artist Humanitarian Award. The coveted honor will be presented to the pair of country superstars on Friday, February 21, during the annual Country Radio Seminar in Nashville.
Combs and Church were selected for this year’s honor as a result of their extraordinary efforts towards raising awareness and funding for those impacted by Hurricane Helene within the communities of their home state, North Carolina. They raised an impressive $24 million in less than a month, an incredible donation driven by an October 26 stadium concert in Charlotte that shattered records with its 82,000 attendees. An event of this stature generally requires over a year of planning; however, they were able to bring it to fruition in the span of just 28 days.
Through his nonprofit organization Chief Cares, Eric Church announced plans to build 100 homes for hurricane victims, starting in Avery County. These plans aim to not only provide much-needed shelter for the families who lost everything in the path of the devastating storms, but also to assist with long-term needs such as creating jobs, rebuilding fallen schools, and supporting local businesses.
The singer/songwriter known as the “Chief” also signed over all publishing royalties from his latest release, “Darkest Hour,” to the people of North Carolina. Most recently, his 2009 hit, “Carolina,” inspired a powerful new commercial for Explore Asheville. The 60, 30 and 15-second spots were unveiled as part of the Be Part Of The Comeback Campaign, which invites visitors to return to the Appalachian region and show their support for its businesses in order to help them rebuild their home.
Meanwhile, Luke Combs and his team are actively in touch with North Carolina-based relief efforts to ensure funds and resources are being allocated where they are most needed. Their contributions support organizations including Samaritan’s Purse, Manna Food Bank, and Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina.
“Eric Church and Luke Combs’ love for their home state has been nothing short of inspiring,” shared CRB Awards Committee Chair Beverlee Brannigan. “Their dedication to helping North Carolina recover after Hurricane Helene and their ongoing efforts show just how much they care. This award is a heartfelt recognition of their commitment, hard work, and genuine compassion for the people of North Carolina. Eric and Luke, we’re proud to honor you.”
Established in 1990, the CRS Artist Humanitarian Award aims to recognize country artists whose philanthropic efforts have had a valuable impact on the cause they support. Past recipients include Kane Brown, Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Kenny Chesney, Carrie Underwood, and more.
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