Jimmy Wayne keeps on walking

"This has been one of the most challenging, and at the same time rewarding experiences of my life," Wayne said. "I know that might sound strange, but it's true. This journey has made me think back on the childhood I had - there were many nights I didn't know where I would sleep and had no idea if I'd have any food."

"Even today, there are kids out there facing the same problems-nowhere to go, no one to care for them. It's just amazing that in this country child homelessness and hunger are still issues. If this walk has helped even one child find a permanent home with a caring family, it's been worth every step. And if me doing it all over again would help another, I'm ready."

Once Wayne hits Mesa, Ariz. On July 31, he and his band will take over Toby Keith's I Love This Bar and Grill to perform a free and open to the public concert to say thanks to everyone who has supported him on this journey.

Wayne hopes to have even more support when he crosses the finish line at HomeBase Youth Services in Phoenix the next morning. People are invited to meet him at Indian Steele Park at 8 a.m. Pacific time on Sunday Aug. 1 and walk the last half-mile to HomeBase with him. That same night, Wayne will perform a special invitation only concert for area foster children at the Hard Rock in Phoenix. Wayne plans to broadcast the concert live via ustream, beginning at 7:30 p.m. Pacific. Just prior to kicking off the show, he will talk with the kids and staff back at Monroe Harding in Nashville through Skype.

Wayne plans to keep the Meet Me Halfway Street Team and supporters busy with new ideas and projects to help him continue to raise awareness of homeless teens.