Charlie Daniels has always had a heart for the men and women who have served in the Armed Forces, which is why he is focusing his efforts on those struggling with the coronavirus pandemic. The Country Music Hall of Fame member’s own non-profit, The Journey Home Project, is partnering with another non-profit, Code of Vets, to aid former U.S. servicemen and servicewomen to help those impacted by COVID-19.

Together, the two non-profits will work collectively to seek public donations for those who have been diagnosed with coronavirus, or are experiencing financial hardships because of businesses closing due to the illness.

“[Code of Vets founder] Gretchen Smith and the folks at Code of Vets cover the guys below the radar, the ones with immediate needs and no place to turn, with a rapid deployment type response to veterans in desperate circumstances,” Charlie said in a statement. “These are the same veterans who put their lives on the line to protect our freedom.

“Our nation is pretty distracted by the coronavirus pandemic we’re all dealing with, but the need in the veterans world goes on, and the urgent need for funds is truly critical,” he continued. “I would ask you to join The Journey Home Project in supporting Code of Vets in providing for the needs of our most worthy citizens.”

“We are operating under emergency conditions with this alarming spike of veterans in crisis,” Gretchen added. “Please donate to assist with basic needs like food, housing and utilities. Our veterans matter. Every dollar matters. It is on us to take care of our own.”

Charlie’s 2020 Volunteer Jam is still scheduled to take place on September 15 at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. More than a dozen artists are already scheduled to appear, including Trace Adkins, Justin Moore, Chris Janson, Gretchen Wilson and more. 500 concert tickets will be given for free to emergency relief volunteers in Middle Tennessee.

Donation information can be found at CodeofVets.com.