08/18/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/18/2026 11:15
For Immediate Release
Addison, TX (August 18, 2026) - National Life Group announced today that Do Good Fest®, its annual benefit concert supporting childhood hunger relief and youth mental health, will return to Levitt Pavilion Arlington on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The outdoor concert will feature multi-platinum rock band Barenaked Ladies as the headliner, known for popular hits such as "If I Had $1,000,000," "One Week," "Pinch Me," and "The Big Bang Theory Theme."
GRAMMY Award®-winning singer-songwriter Lisa Loeb and the original band members of Nine Stories, Tim Bright, Jonathan Feinberg and Joe Quigley, will kick off the concert, which will benefit Tarrant Area Food Bank's Ready to Learn® initiative.
What Is Do Good Fest
Do Good Fest is National Life Group's annual benefit concert series that combines live music with community giving. Since expanding to Texas in 2021, the event has raised more than $300,000 to help children and families across North Texas while supporting the company's mission to end childhood hunger and address youth mental health.
General admission tickets for Do Good Fest are $20 in advance and $25 at the gate, with additional donations encouraged. Children aged 5 and under will receive free entry and do not need a ticket to enter the festival. Ticket information and event updates may be found at www.dogoodfest.com/texas.
Do Good Fest VIP Experience
In addition to the general admission experience, Do Good Fest also offers a VIP upgrade in the Levitt Pavilion, which includes:
VIP tickets are available for $200 and may be purchased at www.dogoodfest.com/texas.
"Do Good Fest is about more than bringing people together for a great night of music; it's about creating meaningful impact for families in our communities," said John Mullett, President of the National Life Group Foundation. "At National Life Group, we are deeply invested in youth mental health and ending childhood hunger, that is why we are pleased to support Tarrant Area Food Bank's Ready to Learn initiative. The work the program does provides children access to nutritious meals and the support they need to thrive both mentally and physically. Every ticket purchased and every dollar donated helps move us closer to a future where no child has to worry about where their next meal will come from."
Beats for Good
Do Good Fest includes Beats for Good, National Life Group's annual high school music recognition program that celebrates student musicians across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. One lucky band or musician will earn the opportunity to perform on the Do Good Fest stage, receiving a $1,500 cash prize and a $5,000 donation to its school's music program. The winner will be announced in early October after an internal selection process.
"Closing out the Levitt season with Do Good Fest has become one of our favorite traditions," said Angela Peña, Executive Director of Levitt Arlington. "Where else can you enjoy favorite artists like Barenaked Ladies and Lisa Loeb for just $20 and sing along to the songs you know and love? Best of all, thanks to National Life's generous support, all proceeds from your ticket purchase benefit Tarrant Area Food Bank. It's going to be a fun, memorable evening, and we encourage everyone to buy early because we anticipate tickets will sell quickly."
How Your Donation Helps
Tarrant Area Food Bank (TAFB) provides over one million nutritious meals weekly, and food and nutrition education programs to those facing hunger. As a member of Feeding America, TAFB empowers communities to alleviate hunger and improve health. All proceeds from the concert will go directly to TAFB to support their efforts.
About National Life Group
National Life Group has been keeping promises since 1848, providing access to flexible, secure life insurance and annuities for families, businesses, educators, and first responders nationwide. With an independent, entrepreneurial spirit, our values are to "Do good, Be good, Make good" for our customers, agents, employees, and the communities we serve. Learn more at NationalLife.com.
About Tarrant Area Food Bank
TARRANT AREA FOOD BANK (TAFB): One of the largest charitable organizations in its 13-county service area, TAFB provides over 1.25 million nutritious meals weekly and food & nutrition education programs to those facing hunger through its network of 500+ partner agencies, volunteers, and donors. As a member of Feeding America, TAFB empowers communities to alleviate hunger and improve health. For more information, visit www.tafb.org.
Contact: Sarah Donovan, corporate communications, National Life Group, 469-851-9491.
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