Flyer for the event on Z2 Entertainment website.
The Interfraternity Council at the University of Colorado Boulder is turning up the volume for a cause that hits close to home.
On April 17, with doors opening at 7 PM, IFC will host its first-ever live music event, “IFC on the Hill – Boiler Room Set,” at the Fox Theater. 100% of its proceeds will go to Brought to Reality, a Colorado-based nonprofit that helps young adults access mental health therapy.
“I like the charity, I think mental health awareness is really important,” said Carson Bleich, a member of the Theta Chi fraternity. “Especially now, while most of us are away from family, and college can be tough for a lot of people.”
Bleich says that many members of his fraternity are going and are very excited to see who’s playing for this event.
Though the final artist lineup has yet to be announced, the energy around the event is already building. This event marks the first time IFC has organized a concert-style fundraiser, complete with DJs and a night of music open to the campus and local community.
David Yaccino, an IFC spokesperson, said they are very excited to host this event, as it will support a charity they resonate with and give them the chance to give back to the community in a meaningful way.
“This is the first time the Interfraternity Council has ever hosted an event like this with DJs, so it’s a really exciting project for us,” Yaccino said.
Brought to Reality’s mission centers on making therapy more accessible while encouraging young people to face challenges with honesty and resilience. The nonprofit’s message has resonated strongly with CU Boulder students, many of whom have witnessed the growing need for mental health support on campus.
Fraternities participating in the event include Pi Kappa Alpha, Tau Kappa Epsilon, Sigma Nu and Theta Chi, all joining forces to raise both awareness and funds for mental health resources.
According to Yaccino, every dollar from ticket sales will be donated directly to Brought to Reality. The event hopes to bring students together in a positive space, combining music and community support for an issue that affects many.
“My goal is to encourage my peers to be true to themselves, to stay grounded in reality, and to not numb themselves when times get tough,” said Brought to Reality founder Nick Bales on the organization’s website.
Students are encouraged to spread the word and show up for a night that promises not just entertainment, but impact.
Contact CU Independent Assistant Arts Editor Lou Leclercq at louison.leclercq@colorado.edu.
