Originally Posted By: ianmcnll

The people in my area that perform for charity are all well known professionals...it's basically a "gentleman's agreement" that no one charges, and it is only for certain homes and under certain conditions. On some occasions there will be several acts performing, much like a mini-concert.
Ian, I agree. smile
We've got a wonderful charitable music organization here in San Francisco (founded by the late Mimi Farina):Bread & Roses - Hope and Healing Through Live Music
Volunteer Performers uplift the spirits of children undergoing chemotherapy, teens battling substance abuse, families in homeless shelters, seniors nearing the end of life transition,
prisons, mental health institutions, and others living apart from friends and family while facing challenging times.

Volunteers have included Neil Young, Boz Skags, Carlos Santana, Joan Baez, Pete Seeger, Tom Waits, and many other musicians (both working pros and pro level amateurs).
Several years ago I performed at one of their charitable events found it an especially rewarding way to give back to the community. cool