Nonprofit to host benefit concert featuring Glen Phillips

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Dec 19

Written By Staff

Guiding Light will host its second annual Guiding Light Live! concert on February 21, 2026, from 4-6:30 p.m. at St. Cecilia Music Center, 24 Ransom Ave NE in Grand Rapids. The event brings a night of acoustic music to West Michigan while raising vital funds for the organization’s addiction recovery programs. This year’s headliner is Glen Phillips, renowned lead singer and songwriter of the alternative rock band Toad the Wet Sprocket. Known for his introspective lyrics and celebrated solo work, attendees can expect an intimate performance on the St. Cecilia stage.

Opening the evening is a special performance featuring: Ralston Bowles, iconic West Michigan poet, songwriter, producer, musician, and singer; Michael Crittenden, Grand Rapids native, acclaimed music producer, and founding member/chief songwriter of Troll for Trout; and Louise Coombe, a Nashville-based, classically trained Americana folk artist known for her evocative songwriting and storytelling.

The event will also include a silent auction featuring unique experiences, artwork, and a variety of other items. All proceeds directly support Guiding Light’s addiction recovery programs, which provide long-term, comprehensive support for men seeking a new start.

“Bringing Guiding Light Live back for a second year is incredibly meaningful for us,” said Brian Elve, Executive Director of Guiding Light. “It’s an opportunity for our community to stand alongside men and women who are working every day to rebuild their lives. The music, the auction, the energy in the room – it all comes together to support real, lasting transformation. Every ticket purchased and every contribution made helps ensure that anyone seeking a new beginning on the other side of addiction can find the structure, hope and support they need here at Guiding Light.”

Tickets are are available at guidinglightworks.org/live.

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