A new charity is taking place at Red Bird Brewing to raise money for mental health.

On Wednesday, Nov. 22, Third Space Charity is hosting its inaugural charity benefit concert to raise money for the mental health of young adults.

sa国际传媒淭he total number of young people in our country that are at risk of developing depression is a staggering 3.2 million,sa国际传媒� said Third Space Charity executive director Megan Woodruff. sa国际传媒淎t the charity, we recognize that safe, supportive spaces where mental health resources are accessible are critical to the resilience of our community and the young people in it.sa国际传媒�

Local emerging country artist Dawson Gray is taking the stage at the event and understands how important onesa国际传媒檚 mental health is.

sa国际传媒淎s someone who has dealt with mental health issues throughout my years, I know first-hand how important it is to have a support system,sa国际传媒� said Gray. sa国际传媒淗owever, for many young adults money is tight, and it isnsa国际传媒檛 always easy to find proper help. With the efforts of organizations like Third Space Charity, my hope is that we can continue to better provide safe spaces for young adults to turn to when in need.sa国际传媒�

The event runs from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and will feature a live auction and a dollar-for-dollar matching campaign up to $15,000 by Nicola Wealth.

Tickets are $25 and can be purchased on the Third Space Charity .

READ MORE: New research from UBCO says that everyone benefits from dog snuggles

READ MORE: Kelowna RCMP looking for help to recover stolen urn