Natasha Owens launches ‘America 250’ to support veterans

Natasha Owens released a patriotic single and music video, “America 250,” on July 3 as part of a campaign tied to America’s 250th anniversary. Proceeds and fan activity from the release will support the PTSD Foundation of America and its work with combat veterans and families.

Why it matters: - The release turns a music campaign into a fundraising drive for veterans. - Proceeds from “America 250” go to the PTSD Foundation of America. - The campaign is timed to the nation’s 250th anniversary and Independence Day. - Every stream, download, playlist add, social share, and conversation is meant to expand support for veterans dealing with the invisible wounds of war.

What happened: - Natasha Owens released the patriotic single and music video “America 250” on July 3. - The launch supports a nationwide campaign built around America’s Semiquincentennial. - The campaign includes partners Real America’s Voice, Patriot Mobile, and the PTSD Foundation of America. - The song is available on major digital music platforms. - The music video is available here.

The details: - The PTSD Foundation of America uses the funds to support its mission of restoring hope and healing to combat veterans and their families. - Owens said the project is meant to celebrate America while honoring people who served the country. - Owens said the goal is to raise awareness, raise funds, and change lives. - Owens was inspired after visiting Camp Hope, the Houston-based interim housing program run by the PTSD Foundation of America. - At Camp Hope, Owens met veterans who are receiving peer-to-peer mentoring, counseling, spiritual support, and long-term recovery services. - Owens said the veterans’ stories showed that their courage continued after military service. - Owens said she wants more Americans to know about the work being done by the PTSD Foundation of America and Camp Hope.

Between the lines: - The campaign is designed to use a patriotic release as a vehicle for service-oriented engagement. - Real America’s Voice is set to help amplify the campaign nationally. - Patriot Mobile is encouraging Americans to support both the song and the cause behind it. - Owens said the project’s success will be measured by how many veterans receive hope, not just by chart performance. - The release also aims to convert digital activity into visibility and resources for the foundation.

What's next: - Supporters are being asked to stream, download, add the song to playlists, share the video, and spread the word on social media. - Those actions are intended to bring new listeners into the campaign and increase support for the PTSD Foundation of America. - The release is positioned as part of the lead-up to the country’s 250th anniversary celebration.

The bottom line: - “America 250” is both a patriotic single and a veteran-support campaign, with every play and share tied to the cause.