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Thompson to hold charity concert in Vukovar for student dormitory and stadium funding
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Thompson to hold charity concert in Vukovar for student dormitory and stadium funding

From Večernji List · () Croatian

Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Marko Perković Thompson will hold a charity concert titled "Vukovar – Together for the Future" on August 29.
  • Proceeds will fund the completion of the Salesians' student dormitory in Zagreb and the construction of the 12 Croatian Guardsmen Stadium.
  • The concert aims to unite people for a good cause, with ticket sales starting August 7.

Marko Perković Thompson, a prominent Croatian singer, announced a major charity concert, "Vukovar – Together for the Future," to be held on August 29 in Vukovar. The event aims to be more than just a musical performance; it seeks to unite people for charitable causes.

Vukovar has a special place in the heart of the Croatian people. I am glad that we will gather again in the city of heroes, but this time also with the aim of doing something good together.

— Marko Perković ThompsonThompson's statement about the concert's purpose and his connection to Vukovar.

All profits from the concert, after covering expenses, will be directed towards two significant projects: completing the construction of the Salesians' student dormitory in Zagreb and supporting the "You Are Vukovar Too" campaign for the construction of the 12 Croatian Guardsmen Stadium. Thompson expressed his enthusiasm for returning to Vukovar, a city with deep national significance, to contribute to these projects.

The mayor of Vukovar, Marijan Pavliček, welcomed the event, highlighting the honor of hosting a gathering that brings together thousands for a noble purpose and emphasizing the power of unity and solidarity. Don Milan Ivančević, the provincial of the Croatian Salesian Province, thanked supporters, noting the future dormitory will provide a safe home for many students. Organizers expressed confidence that the evening would leave a lasting impact through tangible aid.

It is an honor for Vukovar to host an event that unites tens of thousands of people with a noble goal, and I call for the strength of unity and solidarity.

— Marijan PavličekVukovar's mayor expressing support for the concert and its goals.

Ticket sales are set to begin on Friday, August 7, at noon via the Sportify Events platform. For residents of Vukovar, tickets will also be available for purchase in person at the Birth House of Lavoslav Ružička. The event is scheduled for August 29.

Thanks to everyone for their support, emphasizing that the future student dormitory will be a place where many young people will find a safe home during their studies.

— Don Milan IvančevićThe provincial of the Croatian Salesian Province on the importance of the student dormitory project.
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Originally published by Večernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.