NAMI Montana Fundraiser: An Evening with Jason DeShaw & Friends

Written By NAMI Montana

November 4, 2025

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, Montana.

A Night of Creativity and 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 will be joined by special guests:

  • Kostas — legendary songwriter of over 50 Top 10 hits

  • 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

Event Schedule

  • VIP Reception: 6:00 p.m. (The Myrna Loy lobby)

  • Doors Open (all ticket holders): 7:00 p.m.

  • Concert Begins: 7:30 p.m.

VIP ticket holders will enjoy complimentary appetizers and drinks, and will have the opportunity to meet Jason DeShaw and NAMI Montana representatives in an intimate setting.

Tickets and Proceeds

Tickets are available now through The Myrna Loy website:

  • $100 VIP (includes reception)

  • $30 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.

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 and has played an advocacy role in nearly every important statewide mental health policy effort since the late 1990s.

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