
Tree vs. "The Greg": Young Division Needs Your Help
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With their permission, I am creating this on behalf of Young Division. They're a passionate group of young musicians who have poured their hearts and souls into their music for the past five years, building a thriving community around their garage venue, affectionately known as "The Greg."
Tragically, a recent storm brought a tree crashing down onto "The Greg," obliterating not only their beloved performance space but also the countless hours of blood, sweat, and tears they'd invested in their craft. The heart-wrenching sight of their cherished instruments and equipment—their speakers, mixing console, microphones, amplifiers, guitars, keyboards, and even their vintage church organ—reduced to splinters and twisted metal is a devastating blow.
Every guitar pick, drum stick, and well-loved cable represented a memory, a song, a shared experience. Their instruments were extensions of themselves, the tools they used to express their emotions, their dreams, and their unique voice.
But Young Division isn't just about the music they create; they're about the community they've built. The countless shows they've hosted, the friendships they've forged, the memories etched onto the walls of "The Greg" - all of it is now a painful reminder of what they've lost.
Young Division lost an estimated $17,000 worth of cherished instruments and equipment, the tools of their trade and the embodiment of years of dedication. While the emotional toll is immense, the immediate need is to replace the bare essentials so they can continue to perform and share their music. Your donation will help them purchase new gear and keep their dreams alive, one gig at a time.
With upcoming shows already booked, Young Division is facing an uncertain future. They're not only grieving the loss of their sanctuary but also the tools they need to share their music with the world.
We're humbly asking for your help to raise funds to replace the equipment that was lost in the storm. Your donation, no matter how small, will make a world of difference in helping these talented young musicians get back on their feet and continue to share their passion with the world.
Thank you for taking the time to read our story and for your generosity.
Cost Breakdown of Essential Equipment
- Speakers $1800
- Audio Interface $800
- Amplifiers (guitar, bass) $500
- Microphones, stands, wires $450
- Drum Set $1200
- Misc. Equipment/Wires $250
Co-organizers (2)

Mary Bynum
Organizer
Moody, AL
Sage Gardner
Co-organizer