A Gilbert watering hole is stepping up to the plate in a show of support for a local family grappling with the loss of their teenage son, Preston Lord, who was killed in a vicious attack at a Halloween party last year. The Brass Tap, known for its plethora of craft beers, will be donating a hefty 25% of its sales on Wednesday to the Lord family in a fundraiser that doubled as a community gathering to stand up against teen violence. "ABC15 reported that the Brass Tap, in addition to raising funds through sales, also hosted a silent auction featuring goods from local businesses.
The event showcased not only gift baskets and beauty products, but items like State Forty Eight clothing—an Arizona brand that has launched a special edition T-shirt in Preston’s honor, with all profits promised to the Lords—and community members had the chance to participate in a 50-50 raffle; such efforts to aid the family have caught the attention of residents across the Southeast Valley. Local citizens and businesses came out in full force, contributing to a silent auction that boasted everything from self-care packages to gift certificates show of solidarity didn't stop there as State Forty Eight also stepped into the arena, with a dedicated line of T-shirts commemorating the young man’s legacy with all profits directly benefiting the family, which is something you can snag for yourself if you're looking to contribute to the cause, as seen on their website.
Cole Hammer, the General Manager of The Brass Tap, echoed the sentiment of community action, highlighting the event as a way to rally the people while extending a helping hand to the Lords in these incredibly difficult times, infusing the somber with a sense of purpose and resistance to teen violence, a sentiment that was reported by "ABC15."
