Toronto U2 Fan Fest to Benefit U2-Supported Causes

inTO the Heart 2004 proceeds will go to Amnesty International and to local Toronto AIDS hospice, Casey House.

TORONTO, Canada (PRWEB) October 30, 2004 -- International U2 fan festival, inTO the Heart, is pleased to announce that proceeds from the event to be held in Toronto November 4-7, will benefit Amnesty International and local AIDS hospice, Casey House. inTO the Heart is a non-profit event conceived by Greater Toronto Area U2 fans where fans from all over the globe can come together to celebrate U2s music and vibe with a full weekend schedule of events including tribute concerts, U2 Idol, Special Guest BP Fallon and much more.

inTO the Heart is a grassroots festival with the focus on the music and celebrating our shared passion for U2," said Sam Barbieri, U2_GTA founder and ITH co-founder, We thought it appropriate that any benefits from this fan fest benefit causes close to U2s heart." ITH 2004 has chosen to contribute on an international level with Amnesty International and also on a local level with AIDS hospice, Casey House in Toronto.

"It's wonderful to see that Bono has been an inspiration to U2 fans and they have also joined the fight against AIDS" says Joseph van Veen, Community Relations Specialist for the Casey House Foundation. We have been providing assistance to people living with HIV/AIDS for over 16 years and we are pleased to be chosen as one of the beneficiaries of the second annual inTO the Heart Festival."

U2 have been long time supporters of Amnesty beginning with the Conspiracy of Hope" Tour in 1986. The band has also tirelessly campaigned on behalf of Aung San Suu Kyi. As one of the worlds most lauded and visible bands, U2s dedication to making the world a better place lends even more power to the art that they produce. And so whether a casual U2 listener or long-time fan, you are welcome to join the fun in T.O. -- the place to be November 4-7!

Joseph van Veen

Community Relations Specialist

Casey House Foundation

119 Isabella St.

Toronto ON M4Y 1P2

(416)962-4040 x235

Michelle Bake

Marketing/Publicity

(416) 821-3517

inTO the Heart 2004

November 4-7

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

http://www.intotheheart.com

"I can smile... I can go there... inTO the HEART" - Boy

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