John Lennon Night Recap

Veterans For Peace gratefully acknowledges the artists, contributors, and attendees who brought their energy and passion for peace to John Lennon Night 2025. We are thankful beyond words for their generous sharing of time, talent and treasure on behalf of peace.

We are especially thanks to the musicians and poets who took the stage: John Gibson and Peggy Pirro; Julie Lockhart; Daniel Market; Uncle Jon’s Band; The Fab Five; and Corduroy Orbison. Special thanks also to Timothy O’Leary for his generous silent auction gift of a signed and numbered print by Klaus Voorman.

Here is a financial summary of the event:

DOOR DONATIONS

Cash: $ 900.00

Checks: $1,000.00

Total: $1,900.00

ONLINE DONATIONS

Total: $ 817.77

Event Subtotal: $2,717.77

CHAPTER PLEDGE

Pledge Total: $3,000

Subtotal + Pledge Total: 2,717.77 + 3,000

TOTAL: $5,717.77

Round up: $ 212.23

GRAND TOTAL: $6,000

As a result, Veterans For Peace is sending $2000 each to: 1) International Peace Forum, Israelis and Palestinians working to establish a Palestinian state and peace between their countries; 2) Palestinian Children’s Relief Fund, healing the wounds and trauma of children victimized by the war in Gaza; and 3) Evansville Recovery Alliance for their work in helping veterans overcome addictions.