St. Pete Youth Raise Their Voices for Hurricane Relief with ‘We Are Home’ – A Community Song of Hope and Resilience
St. Pete Youth Raise Their Voices for Hurricane Relief with ‘We Are Home’ – A Community
Song of Hope and Resilience
ST. PETERSBURG, FL - In the wake of Hurricane Milton, over 100 voices—children, teens, and
community members—united in just three hours to record “We Are Home,” a powerful anthem of
resilience. Created by St. Pete MAD’s Artistic Director and Founder Dru Rabin, and produced by
Jeffrey Glatting, this moving song has brought the St. Pete community together to honor losses
and inspire donations for hurricane relief efforts.
In just three hours, students from St. Pete MAD (ages 8-17), their families, and community
members joined to bring “We Are Home” to life. The song’s powerful message calls on listeners
to reflect on the ongoing needs within their community and encourages donations to the We Are
St. Pete fund for local hurricane relief.
“Our goal was to create something that truly represented the spirit of St. Pete—its resilience, its
compassion, and the incredible sense of ‘home’ that brings us together in times of crisis,”
shared Rabin. “We hope this song resonates deeply within our community and beyond, inspiring
donations to support those in need.”
How to Support:
Community members are encouraged to listen to “We Are Home” and contribute to the We Are
St. Pete fund at https://pinellascf.org/wearestpete/. The “We Are Home” music video can be
viewed on our Instagram page at @stpetemad, where followers can experience the song’s
heartfelt message and share it within their networks to amplify support for hurricane relief. To
highlight the need for donations to support housing assistance for displaced residents, donors
are encouraged to include "St. Pete MAD We Are Home" in the donation notes.
This initiative arises amid an urgent call from state officials for temporary housing and resources
for St. Pete residents impacted by Hurricane Milton. “The community response has been
overwhelming,” noted journalist Mark Parker, “but the need remains critical for shelter and
essential supplies.”
“We Are Home” is both a tribute to resilience and a call to action, inviting all to support recovery
efforts by listening, sharing, and donating generously.
Join Us at Our Upcoming Performances
St. Pete MAD invites the community to experience the talent and dedication of its young
performers at two upcoming productions:
● Six The Musical: Teen Edition
ENCORE Teen Cast, Ages 13-18
Nov. 16 at 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm, Nov. 17 at 3:00 pm
St. Pete Music, Acting, and Dance Teaching Theater
● Imagine a Dragon
BRAVO and DEBUT Cast, Ages 7-12
Nov. 22 at 6:30 pm, Nov. 23 at 3:00 pm and 6:30 pm
St. Pete Music, Acting, and Dance Teaching Theater
Tickets for both productions are available online at https://stpmad.simpletix.com/. Join us to
support the arts, celebrate youth performance, and witness the magic these talented students
bring to the stage. These performances reflect St. Pete MAD’s dedication to fostering resilience
and unity, bringing the community together to celebrate shared strength and creativity.
Visuals and Media Assets Available
Media assets, including preview clips, the full “We Are Home” music video, behind-the-scenes
images, and additional footage, are available in a media kit folder at:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OFaAJRzuBzpjkXYRIOwirBqWlvC54ThA?usp=sharing.
About St. Pete MAD (Music, Acting, and Dance)
Founded in 2014, St. Pete MAD empowers young performers through community-focused,
process-driven arts education. Celebrating its tenth anniversary in 2024, the organization offers
programs that prioritize community, leadership, and empathy, helping young artists grow through
the performing arts.
Community service is central to St. Pete MAD’s mission. In 2024, volunteers contributed over
1,219 hours, while teen mentors provided 781 hours to support young talent. The organization
also donated 1,000+ non-perishable food items to The Kind Mouse, 400 lbs of food and
hygiene kits to the St. Pete Free Clinic, and 50 backpacks with a year’s worth of school
supplies to the Pinellas Education Foundation.
In 2023, St. Pete MAD engaged over 500 students and welcomed 2,570 fans to eighteen
performances. As the Performing Arts Partner for Shorecrest Preparatory School, St. Pete MAD
offers summer camps and after-school programs, and partners with the St. Petersburg Art
Alliance to provide arts access for low-income young artists.
Learn more at www.stpetemad.com.
For more information, please contact:
Dru Rabin
Artistic Director and Founder
St. Pete MAD (Music, Acting, and Dance)
(727) 453-0029