In a remarkable act of compassion and community spirit, rock icon John Fogerty has announced that he will donate $5 million from his recent tour earnings and sponsorship revenue to create a network of homeless support centers in Berkeley, California — the city where his legendary journey began and where he first found his voice as the frontman of Creedence Clearwater Revival.

The initiative, appropriately titled “Home Again,” aims to provide lasting support for individuals and families facing homelessness. The project will include the construction of 150 permanent housing units and 300 emergency shelter beds, giving hundreds of people the opportunity to find safety, dignity, and stability. But Fogerty’s vision goes far beyond just providing shelter — the centers will also offer job training programs, addiction recovery services, and mental health counseling, designed to empower residents to rebuild their lives and reclaim their sense of purpose.

At a deeply moving press conference held at Berkeley City Hall, Fogerty spoke from the heart about the city that shaped him and the people who inspired his songs.

“I’ve always said the best songs come from real life — from seeing the world around you,” Fogerty began, his voice steady but emotional. “And right now, there are too many people in this city, in this country, who don’t have a place to call home. If music gave me anything, it’s the ability to reach people — and now I want to use that to give something back.”

The crowd of fans, city officials, and local residents broke into applause as Fogerty continued:

“This city made me who I am. Every corner, every face, every memory is part of my story. No one should have to sleep on the same streets where they once chased their dreams. It’s time we make sure everyone has a chance to find their way home again.”

The “Home Again” project is being developed in partnership with several local organizations, including Berkeley Housing Authority, HomeFirst Services, and Bay Area Community Foundation. Construction on the first facility is expected to begin early next year, with doors opening in late 2026.

City officials have praised Fogerty’s generosity as one of the most significant private contributions to the fight against homelessness in the region’s history. Berkeley Mayor Jesse Arreguín called the initiative “a turning point in our city’s ongoing effort to provide long-term solutions, not just temporary relief.”

For Fogerty, this act of giving is more than philanthropy — it’s personal. Those close to the musician say the project was inspired by his own reflections on fame, family, and the passage of time. Having endured career struggles, legal battles, and years of creative silence, Fogerty has often spoken about how finding peace and purpose later in life gave him a renewed sense of gratitude and responsibility.

“There were years when I felt lost,” he admitted in a recent interview. “I had success, but I didn’t feel grounded. Helping others — that’s what keeps me centered now. This project isn’t about me. It’s about giving people a second chance, just like I was given one.”

Fans around the world have flooded social media with messages of admiration and support. One post that went viral read: “John Fogerty gave us the voice of a generation. Now he’s giving that same voice to the voiceless.”

The “Home Again” centers will also include music therapy programs, something Fogerty insisted on personally. The programs will allow residents to learn instruments, write songs, and express their stories through art — echoing Fogerty’s lifelong belief that music has the power to heal, connect, and transform lives.

“Music saved me,” Fogerty said. “And I think it can save others too. When you find your rhythm again — whether in a song or in life — that’s when hope returns.”

As the sun set behind Berkeley’s city skyline, Fogerty stayed long after the press conference ended, greeting fans and shaking hands with local volunteers. One witness described the moment as “humble, quiet, and deeply human — exactly what you’d expect from John Fogerty.”

For a man whose music once gave voice to the working class and the forgotten, this new chapter feels like a fitting encore — not on a stage, but in the heart of the community that raised him.

The “Home Again” project is scheduled to break ground in spring 2026, with additional centers planned for Oakland and San Francisco if funding allows.

As Fogerty walked away from the podium, a reporter called out, asking what motivated him most to take on such a massive effort. He paused, smiled faintly, and replied:

“Because everyone deserves to come home.”