Freezing rain didn't put a damper on the fundraiser concert for aid to WFWP Schools of Africa and to offer relief to the Philippines that took place on Friday, December 6, 2013 in Clifton, New Jersey. The rock concert sponsored jointly by the New Jersey Chapter of WFWP and the local band, Sail the Boat, featured three bands and a solo artist performing at the Clifton Family Church to raise funds for schools in Africa sponsored by WFWP, as well as to send relief aid to victims of the typhoon in the Philippines.

The crowd got on its feet to cheer Glenn Haider, lead vocalist for Sail the Boat, currently holding the number 1 rank on the ReverbNation Alternative Charts for Edison, New Jersey. Hyun Morales, drummer and band manager, Oji Bahian, acoustic/electric guitar, and Rudy Junior Bahian, bass player, are all from Elizabeth, New Jersey. While other young men their age might be found partying at a club on a Friday night, these young men understand the importance of giving back. "I spent several months participating in service projects in Honduras under the Universal Peace Federation, and have realized how fortunate I am to have grown up in a country where things like education, good health, clean water, and food are a normal part of daily life", said Haider. ABC media sent a crew over and they stayed for four and a half hours to cover the show.

The Opening act, Reginald Guitaro Guillaume from East Orange, who goes by the stage name Guitaro 5000, blew the crowd away with his original take on songs like "Home" by Phillip Phillips and "Black or White" by Michael Jackson. He was followed by Cold Weather Company, composed of three solo artists Brian Curry, Steve Shimchick, and Jeff Petescia who came together recently in a coffee shop in New Brunswick. Their powerful original songs and harmonies give the impression that they have been performing together for years.

*WFWP Regional Director Denneze Nelson gives opening remarks*

Young Master of Ceremony Jorge Espinosa navigated the program with a youthful spirit and energy. Hearts were moved by Mrs. Merlyn Velasco Loja's report on the devastation in her home country, the Philippines, and then by Mrs. Meadow Tallakson's commentary on the progress of students in the schools that WFWP has established in Africa supported through fundraisers like the benefit concert. Mrs. Tallakson explained that the first of eight schools built by the WFWP was established in 1995, in Mozambique. Enrollment grew from 44 students in the initial year to 578 in 2013!

Mrs. Denneze Nelson, Regional Director of WFWP New Jersey, who gave opening remarks, said, "Thanks to help from the members of Sail the Boat and the other bands here tonight, women and children who otherwise wouldn't be able to attend school and get an education are now able to, so we are very grateful for that. The efforts of WFWP in Africa are enhanced through great collaborations like this one."

The closing act was carried by co-sponsors and headlining band, Sail the Boat, and rocked the crowd with originals like their new single "If" and "It's Not Over." It wasn't over as the crowd gave a standing ovation and asked for an encore. Mrs. Merlyn Velasco Loja summed the night up perfectly: "I'm so touched that everyone came together for something bigger than themselves. Not only was the music amazing, but so is the feeling that I have knowing that all those who need our help in my country of the Philippines and Africa are getting a wonderful gift from our united efforts tonight."