Would you like to join Taylor Hicks and the Soul Patrol to support one of his favorite charities and make a difference in the lives of others who need a helping hand? Well, you have come to the right place! TaylorCares.org provides information about activities that benefit charities supported by Taylor, combining fun and entertainment with awareness campaigns and fundraising. Featured on Taylor Cares New additions and updates to the Website will be reported on the right sidebar on the home page as they occur. In addition, we will feature special events and articles here. It's Mardi Gras Time! The Endymion Extravaganza on February 17, 2007 at the Louisiana Superdome is SOLD OUT. And no wonder -- Taylor Hicks is the Grand Marshall this year! Joining Taylor at the Endymion Extravaganza, a black-tie private gala in the Louisiana Superdome following the parade, will be Journey, Styx, and Al Green. Local bands the Chee Weez, the WiseGuys and the Topcats will also perform. What fun is that Soul Patrol! The fun has already started -- catch this Associated Press article in the paper on Saturday, February 17: Like many others, Taylor is lending his support to help boost the economy in the Gulf region. In particular, New Orleans will certainly be grateful for a boost from a successful Mardi Gras this year. Tourism is key to the successful rebuilding of that region devastated by hurricanes Katrina and Rita. You can help. Send a donation to The New Orleans Musicians Clinic, a charity that Taylor supports in New Orleans -- and tell them that Taylor Hicks inspired you to help them out. PGA Tour: Bob Hope Chrysler Classic Taylor is playing golf alongside other celebrities and pros in the 48th Bob Hope Chrysler Classic hosted by George Lopez , January 16-21. In 47 years, the tournament has donated more than $43 million to local charities throughout the Coachella Valley. Taylor at the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic on January 17, 2007. Photo courtesy of BHCC. Taylor (HDCP 17) has been paired with Alice Cooper (HDCP 6) and Scott Hamilton (HDCP 10) as Team A-31. On Thursday, Team A-31 received heavy coverage live on the Golf Channel on Round 2, and the Golf Channel will continue coverage starting at 3:00pm Eastern with a repeat airing at 9:00 pm through the weekend. More terrific photos will be provided to TaylorCares.org by the BHCC staff, so please check back throughout the week. In 47 years, the tournament has donated more than $43 million to the Eisenhower Medical Center and approximately 40 other charities. To become a part of this effort and show your support for Taylor's participation, you may donate directly to the charity and indicate your donation is on behalf of Taylor Hicks. Donations are tax deductible. Click here for more information on the charities that benefit from this wonderful program and how to donate. For more information on where to watch the game, to purchase tickets, for video clips and to see more photos, click here. Mercedes Marathon You are invited to be part of the inspiring Mercedes Marathon weekend by supporting Kid One Transport! Join in the excitement and run or walk to help children in Alabama reach needed medical care. Check out the many ways you can have fun, stay healthy, and support Kid One during this annual weekend! Click here for details about this marathon and a team of Soul Patrollers who are making a difference by participating in this event. Kid One Patrol of Soul (KOPS) Kid One Patrol of Soul (KOPS) is a Web board composed of Soul Patrollers whose main objective is to work on projects for the benefit of Kid One Transport. Having completed projects for Kid One that included a Soul Patrol Cookbook, Beanie Babies for the children serviced by Kid One, and thank you baskets for the Kid One staff at Christmas, the KOPS crew is now embroiled in a new venture. A representative from KOPS is negotiating to appear on The Rachel Ray Show to explain their Children's Cookbook. It will contain kid-friendly recipes that can be whipped up by adult and child alike. The group is presently previewing recipes for inclusion in the book and when published, all proceeds will go directly to Kid One. Visit the Kid One Patrol of Soul Message Board and watch for details on the sale of this Children's Cookbook. This energetic group is sponsoring a team to run in the Mercedes Marathon, where they will be selling T-shirts with 100% of the contributions going to Kid One. Taylor is offering an autographed Under The Radar CD and autographed photo of himself to the person who raises the most money for Team KOPS! We highly commend this group for all their selfless efforts on behalf of Taylor and Kid One. Saturday, February 3, 2007 2007 Honorary Chairman, Taylor Hicks “I hope you will join my friends from LiMBO, among many other Revelers, at this Party For A Purpose! Although I am unable to attend the Ball, I will be there in spirit. I want to personally thank you for supporting Kid One and putting Alabama’s Children on the road to better health. Thank you and Laissez les bons temps rouler!”        ~ Taylor Hicks For more information and to purchase tickets, click here. About This Website This Website is a free service provided by EddieTheDawg.org -- an organization that provides Internet technology and marketing support to American Idols and the charities supported by their enthusiastic fans. EddieTheDawg.org has found that combining concert tours, fan parties and other activities with fundraising and awareness campaigns allows everyone to benefit -- and have fun doing it! We are working closely with Taylor's supporters and the charities you find mentioned on this Website to provide accurate and valuable information and services to you. This is not a fan site or an official site of Taylor Hicks or any of the companies connected to his career as a recording artist, and we are not affiliated with American Idol or 19 Entertainment. As we develop this Web site, you will find previous articles, recaps, photos and video from events involving Taylor and the Soul Patrol in the archives. Do you need to contact the Webmaster? Just send us a friendly e-form -- we love to hear from you! Taylor Hicks poses with a fan at a Meet & Greet during the American Idols Live Tour in East Rutherford NJ on July 13, 2006. ~ photo taken by ENN Reporter Nikki provided courtesy of YaminMachine!

TAYLOR HICKS TOUR! Starting February 21st in Jacksonville Florida, Taylor will be on tour. Watch here for announcements about how you can make a difference by participating in one of our activities at select tour locations. You can find the current tour schedule and pre-sale information on the official Taylor Hicks Website, and also purchase tickets to most shows at TicketMaster. SHOP ONLINE TO BENEFIT A VERY SPECIAL ART STUDIO by purchasing Taylor's CD and other merchandise at Amazon.com. When you use any link on this Web site to enter Amazon.com, whatever you purchase there will earn commissions that are then donated to Studio By The Tracks. Studio By The Tracks is a small non-profit agency supported by Taylor Hicks, which provides safe harbor for 25 individuals with autism who come there to make art. They also provide a safe arena for dozens of at-risk children who come to the Studio to sculpt, paint, draw, deconstruct, assemble, write and act. Buy anything using one of our links and we take care of the rest.                 [Start Shopping] THE SOUL PATROL IS HELPING KIDS IN ALABAMA by raising lots of money for Kid One Transport. We are working with Kid One, Taylor's team and his wonderful fans to bring awareness to this effort. Kid One provides transportation for kids to get to and from their medical care, and they intend to roll-out this service throughout Alabama.                 [Learn more]