Paul Ruby and Pete Lindenmeyer grew up down the street from each other in North Aurora.

Careers, marriage and kids put them on different paths, but the duos’ friendship picked up again a few years ago after they both moved with their families to Geneva.

Today, Lindenmeyer is one of a host people aiding in the effort to raise awareness and money for Parkinson’s disease research. Ruby, general manager for Herrington Inn and Spa, was diagnosed in 2006 with early-onset Parkinson’s disease.

Ruby decided the best way for him to move forward was to create the Paul Ruby Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, with the mission to increase awareness about the disease and to raise money through the Michael J. Fox Foundation.

The Paul Ruby Foundation’s second annual Concert for a Cure, which is open to the public, will feature performances by Robbie Fulks, Noah Gabriel, Gaddis Girls and the Geneva band Hoss, of which Lindenmeyer is a part.

“I’ve always believed we kind of owe it to each other from a humanitarian standpoint to give back at some point,” Lindenmeyer said of the band’s involvement in the fundraiser. “We’re all busy, but we like to take a little bit of time and donate something like a performance that is going to benefit something greater.”

Lindenmeyer, who is a part of the Paul Ruby Foundation, said his friend makes it easy to want to give back.

“Paul goes out of his way for people,” Lindenmeyer said. “Here’s someone who’s personally afflicted, but whose always trying to do more.

“It became very easy for us to get involved and do what we can from a band standpoint.”

The Gaddis Girls — two sisters from Springfield known for their country duet-type music — are playing in honor of their father, Jim, who also has early-onset Parkinson’s.

“This is a perfect fit for them to be able to honor their father and help the cause,” Ruby said. “We’re thrilled to have them for their connection with Parkinson’s and their talent.”

Lisa Dent from radio station US 99 will be the master of ceremonies for the evening.

Last year’s Paul Ruby Foundation Golf Outing and Concert for a Cure raised more than $70,000.