Great news! Jon Bon Jovi has been named Person of The Year by Musicares and the Recording Academy. Much deserved! Last year the honor went to Berry Gordy and Smokey Robinson. Past recipients include Sting, Aretha Franklin, Paul McCartney, Billy Joel, and Stevie Wonder, plus Neil Young, Neil Diamond, and Bob Dylan.
Bon Jovi has been involved in charitable efforts for decades. His Soul Kitchen in Philadelphia is constantly featured as an important center for its neighborhood.
n 2006, he established the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation, an organization dedicated to disrupting the cycle of hunger, poverty and homelessness. The organization’s objective is to recognize and maximize the human potential in those affected by hunger, poverty and homelessness by offering programs that provide food and affordable housing while supporting social services and job training programs. As a health and human service charity, MusiCares is proud to shine a light on Jon Bon Jovi’s impactful philanthropy and hopes to raise awareness for these important human rights issues.
“I’m truly humbled to be this year’s MusiCares honoree. MusiCares’ work with music professionals is vitally important in creating much needed support and wellness programs that cultivate a healthier and more vibrant community for us all.” said Jon Bon Jovi. “Philanthropic work has been a cornerstone of my life and has always run in tandem to my music career and achievements. Nearly two decades ago when I formed the JBJ Soul Foundation and JBJ Soul Kitchens, I saw firsthand and continue to see today the impact of charitable community-based work. I know this for sure: helping one’s community is helping one’s self.”
