Murfreesboro, TN - Greenhouse Ministries pulled out all the stops for its premiere event, “Live in the 'Boro,” held at MTSU’s Student Union Ballroom. Guests were treated to a gourmet dinner courtesy of the university, followed by a showcase of local talent that kept the energy high and the applause rolling.
Greenhouse Ministries Co-Founder Cliff Sharp told WGNS News...
Swiftie Dreams and Silent Auction Surprises
The silent auction was a showstopper, featuring everything from weekend getaways to a massive Igloo cooler and grill. But the crown jewel? A Taylor Swift package complete with an autographed guitar, signed photos, and memorabilia that had fans swooning.
ShaQuan Williams Wins Big
The evening’s top performer, ShaQuan Williams, wowed the judges with a self-written song on the keyboard, earning him a $1,000 cash prize donated by a Greenhouse supporter. Williams didn’t just perform, he got the crowd singing along, turning the ballroom into a chorus of community spirit.
Audience Favorite: Alan Cannady
While judges chose Williams, the audience had their say too, voting via QR code. Saxophonist Alan Cannady stole their hearts and took home the title of crowd favorite.
Thank You Talented Performers
Each entry submitted a video audition, and the entries were narrowed to 8 contestants. The $1,000 cash prize certainly attracted extremely talented performers.
- ShaQuan Williams (singer and keyboardist
- Winston Murphy, singer-guitarist
- Greta Heisey, singer
- Alan Cannady, saxophonist
- Grace and Evie Laney, modern dance
- Pyper Harper-Jackson, singer
- Hannah Meeks, singer
- Diane Austin, singer
Celebrating 25 Years of Hope
Executive Director Christy Sanford introduced Greenhouse staff and friends, sharing heartfelt stories of impact. Emcee Drew Sanford kept the evening flowing, while longtime board member Tracey Binkley closed the night with words of encouragement.
Founded in 1999 by Cliff and Jane Sharp, Greenhouse Ministries was born out of a desire to serve Murfreesboro’s overlooked working poor and single moms. Today, the organization supports over 70 families daily and thrives on more than 500 volunteer hours each week.
Want to Get Involved?
Cliff Sharp reminded attendees that anyone interested in making a difference can join Volunteer Orientation every Thursday at 10:00 AM at 307 S. Academy St. Because at Greenhouse Ministries, hope isn’t just a word, it’s a way of life.
