Rural King, a family-owned retailer dedicated to the rural lifestyle, is partnering with platinum-certified, Grammy-nominated artist and songwriter Anne Wilson for the “Harvest of Hope: On the Road” tour, a family-friendly concert series celebrating faith, family and community across rural America. This initiative underscores the company's ongoing efforts to uplift rural communities through meaningful experiences and local support.
As part of the Rural King Foundation’s annual Harvest of Hope: On the Road initiative, Wilson will perform and meet fans at three Rural King locations this fall: Nov. 5 in Dothan, Alabama, at 3:30 p.m.; Nov. 22 in Cross Lanes, West Virginia, at 1 p.m.; and Dec. 10 in Waverly, Ohio, with time to be announced. Each stop will feature a one-hour performance and community gathering designed to inspire hope, connection and service. All events are free to the public.
“Rural King is proud to partner with Anne Wilson, whose music embodies the same values of faith, family and community that we hold close to our hearts,” said Amy Shafer, foundation director for Rural King. “Together, we’re uplifting rural America through music and shared purpose.” Wilson echoed this sentiment: “I’m honored to join forces with Rural King to bring Harvest of Hope to life in local communities. These events are about more than music. They’re about bringing people together to celebrate what matters most.”
The Harvest of Hope: On the Road initiative supports local causes and brings families together through meaningful experiences, reinforcing Rural King's legacy of community connection spanning more than six decades. Fans can follow the journey and share their experiences using #HarvestOfHope and #RuralKingFamily. For more information about the tour, visit Rural King’s Facebook page.
This partnership highlights the importance of faith and community in rural America, offering a platform for connection during challenging times. Anne Wilson, at just 23, has already crossed the 2 billion streams milestone and emerged as a distinctive voice in both Christian and country music. Her third studio album, Stars, captures themes of grief, growth and hope, shaped by the tragic loss of her brother. “Faith isn’t about never questioning,” Wilson says. “It’s about holding on in the middle of the storm.”
With more than 140 stores across 16 states, Rural King continues to build strong community ties through events like the Harvest of Hope tour. By bringing together music, faith and local engagement, the retailer reinforces its mission to serve and celebrate the values of rural America.
