Jelly Roll and the Grand Ole Opry Team Up for a Worthy Cause

Outside of his discography and accolades, Jelly Roll never let stardom blind him from his past. Embracing the tough road that led him to become one of the biggest names in country music, the singer always found ways to give back to the community and those who ended up on the wrong side of the law. Once sitting behind bars, Jelly Roll completely turned his life around, embracing his past while shaping his future. And now, just the latest commitment from the star, he looked to team up with the Grand Ole Opry for a worthy cause. 

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On September 22nd, Jelly Roll will travel to Nashville to perform two shows at the Opry. Although performing at the famed venue in the past, proceeds from both shows will go to help raise funds for the Buddy DeFord Charitable Fund and the Judge Dinkins Educational Center. 

For those who might not know about the Judge Dinkins Educational Center, the organization was named after Judge Jim Todd. The judge was once a prosecutor who stood on the opposite side of the singer. Charging him with several crimes, the pair now worked together to help those who walked the same path. 

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Jelly Roll Making Big Donation At The Grand Ole Opry In 2026

With tickets available to purchase on the Opry website, there seemed no better time to visit the venue. And if Jelly Roll wasn’t enough, the singer looked to share the stage with both Bailey Zimmerman and Graham Barham. 

Besides preparing for a truly memorable night, the charity went far beyond the two performances. Apparently, for the next year, which would end in September 2026, any Opry show produced by Jelly Roll would donate a portion of the proceeds to both charities. With the rising star continuing to expand his popularity with each new release, that donation was sure to hit a big number.

While taking over the Opry in September, Jelly Roll currently travels the world. According to his performance schedule, the next couple of months will take the singer to countries like Canada, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, France, and England. 

From the streets of Nashville to stages across the world, Jelly Roll proved that redemption was just the start of his legacy.

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