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Jason DeShaw and Friends Rally for Mental Health
Oct. 10, 2025
HELENA, Montana — In recognition of World Mental Health Day, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana is proud to announce, “An Evening with Jason DeShaw & Friends,” a benefit concert uniting acclaimed musicians to raise awareness about the importance of mental health, promote wellness and celebrate recovery from mental illness. The event will take place on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at The Myrna Loy in Helena, MT.
A Night of Creativity & Hope
The evening will feature the inspiring music of Montana’s own Jason DeShaw, a nationally recognized mental health advocate and award-winning singer-songwriter. He’ll be joined by special guests:
- Kostas, legendary songwriter of over 50 Top 10 hits
- The Dan Henry, multi-instrumentalist one-man band
- Calen Pick, artist and co-founder of Bring Change 2 Mind
- Paige Rasmussen, dynamic lead singer of Paige and the People’s Band
The festivities begin with an exclusive VIP reception at 6:00 pm in The Myrna Loy lobby. VIP ticket holders will enjoy complimentary appetizers and drinks and have the unique opportunity to meet Jason DeShaw and NAMI Montana representatives in an intimate setting. Doors open for all ticketholders at 7:00 pm, and the concert begins at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets are available now on The Myrna Loy website at $100 for VIP (includes reception) and $30 for general admission. All proceeds go directly to NAMI Montana to support, educate and advocate for Montanans living with mental health conditions and their families.
This unforgettable evening of music, connection and inspiration is sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, in support of NAMI Montana’s vital work in our state.
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About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana is a division of Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company and Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. BCBSMT is the largest and longest-standing statewide, customer-owned health insurer and full-service health benefits administrator in Montana. BCBSMT has provided high-quality health insurance plans and administrative services to Montanans for more than 80 years and is committed to ensuring its members — no matter where they are on the health spectrum — achieve maximum health. Headquartered in Helena with five regional offices, BCBSMT’s purpose is to stand with its members in sickness and in health.
About NAMI Montana
Founded in 1987, NAMI Montana works to improve the lives of Montanans with mental health conditions and their families through support, education, and advocacy. NAMI Montana offers support and education groups across the state. The organization has also played an advocacy role in nearly every important statewide mental health policy effort since the late 1990s.
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