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New Castle Music Festival Partners with Prism Initiative for Canned Food Drive and Winter Clothing Collection
On August 8, 2026, the 7th Annual New Castle Music Festival will host a canned‑food drive in partnership with the New Castle Prism Initiative. Attendees who bring a canned food donation during the festival’s noon‑to‑8 p.m. window will be entered into a raffle that offers a $150 and a $75 gift card. The Prism Initiative, a volunteer‑led organization that serves LGBTQ+ residents and allies in New Castle, will also begin a winter‑clothing collection aimed at providing coats, jackets, scarves, gloves, hats, socks, boots, hoodies, sweaters, and blankets to community members.
The festival, scheduled for Saturday, August 8 at Cascade Park in New Castle, Pennsylvania, is an all‑ages event that has run annually since 2020. The 2026 lineup features headliners Ryan Cabrera and KAYKO, with additional performances by local and regional acts. Tickets are priced at $20 and are available through the festival’s official website and third‑party vendors.
The New Castle Prism Initiative was founded to promote an inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ individuals in the region. Its headquarters are located at 1315 E. Washington St. The organization operates a clothing closet that offers a range of items, including jewelry and feminine hygiene products, in addition to the winter‑clothing drive announced for the festival.
Festival organizers announced that attendees can bring canned food between noon and 8 p.m. to be eligible for the raffle. The raffle prizes are a $150 gift card and a $75 gift card, both redeemable at local retailers. For those wishing to donate, the Prism Initiative encourages participants to message the organization online or call (724) 570‑2752 to arrange a distribution time.
In addition to the food drive, the Prism Initiative is collecting new or gently used winter apparel. The list of desired items includes coats, jackets, scarves, gloves, hats, socks, boots, hoodies, sweaters, and blankets. The organization is seeking to gather these items to support LGBTQ+ residents who may face economic or housing challenges during the winter months.
The partnership between the festival and the Prism Initiative reflects a broader trend of music events engaging in community outreach. By combining entertainment with charitable giving, the festival provides a platform for attendees to contribute to local needs while enjoying live performances. The initiative also aligns with the festival’s inclusive ethos, as the Prism Initiative’s mission centers on supporting LGBTQ+ individuals.
Festival attendees can learn more about the food and clothing drives by visiting the Prism Initiative’s website or by contacting the organization directly. The festival’s official page lists the full lineup, ticketing information, and a FAQ section that includes details about the charitable partnership. The event is scheduled to run from noon to 8 p.m., with the raffle drawing taking place toward the end of the day.
The collaboration is expected to raise awareness of food insecurity and clothing shortages among LGBTQ+ residents in New Castle. By leveraging the festival’s audience, the Prism Initiative aims to collect a substantial number of canned goods and winter apparel, thereby providing tangible support to those in need.
In summary, the 7th Annual New Castle Music Festival will feature a canned‑food drive and a winter‑clothing collection in partnership with the New Castle Prism Initiative. The event will run from noon to 8 p.m. on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at Cascade Park. Attendees who bring canned food will be entered into a raffle for $150 and $75 gift cards, while those who wish to donate winter clothing can contact the Prism Initiative at (724) 570‑2752 or through its online messaging system. The partnership underscores the festival’s commitment to community engagement and support for LGBTQ+ residents in the region.
The festival, scheduled for Saturday, August 8 at Cascade Park in New Castle, Pennsylvania, is an all‑ages event that has run annually since 2020. The 2026 lineup features headliners Ryan Cabrera and KAYKO, with additional performances by local and regional acts. Tickets are priced at $20 and are available through the festival’s official website and third‑party vendors.
The New Castle Prism Initiative was founded to promote an inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ individuals in the region. Its headquarters are located at 1315 E. Washington St. The organization operates a clothing closet that offers a range of items, including jewelry and feminine hygiene products, in addition to the winter‑clothing drive announced for the festival.
Festival organizers announced that attendees can bring canned food between noon and 8 p.m. to be eligible for the raffle. The raffle prizes are a $150 gift card and a $75 gift card, both redeemable at local retailers. For those wishing to donate, the Prism Initiative encourages participants to message the organization online or call (724) 570‑2752 to arrange a distribution time.
In addition to the food drive, the Prism Initiative is collecting new or gently used winter apparel. The list of desired items includes coats, jackets, scarves, gloves, hats, socks, boots, hoodies, sweaters, and blankets. The organization is seeking to gather these items to support LGBTQ+ residents who may face economic or housing challenges during the winter months.
The partnership between the festival and the Prism Initiative reflects a broader trend of music events engaging in community outreach. By combining entertainment with charitable giving, the festival provides a platform for attendees to contribute to local needs while enjoying live performances. The initiative also aligns with the festival’s inclusive ethos, as the Prism Initiative’s mission centers on supporting LGBTQ+ individuals.
Festival attendees can learn more about the food and clothing drives by visiting the Prism Initiative’s website or by contacting the organization directly. The festival’s official page lists the full lineup, ticketing information, and a FAQ section that includes details about the charitable partnership. The event is scheduled to run from noon to 8 p.m., with the raffle drawing taking place toward the end of the day.
The collaboration is expected to raise awareness of food insecurity and clothing shortages among LGBTQ+ residents in New Castle. By leveraging the festival’s audience, the Prism Initiative aims to collect a substantial number of canned goods and winter apparel, thereby providing tangible support to those in need.
In summary, the 7th Annual New Castle Music Festival will feature a canned‑food drive and a winter‑clothing collection in partnership with the New Castle Prism Initiative. The event will run from noon to 8 p.m. on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at Cascade Park. Attendees who bring canned food will be entered into a raffle for $150 and $75 gift cards, while those who wish to donate winter clothing can contact the Prism Initiative at (724) 570‑2752 or through its online messaging system. The partnership underscores the festival’s commitment to community engagement and support for LGBTQ+ residents in the region.
