Fundraiser Planned for Displaced Leland House Residents Amid Uncertainty Over Building's Future
A fundraising event is set to take place this Friday at the Lager House in downtown Detroit, aimed at supporting the 27 displaced residents of the historic Leland House, which has been plagued by uncertainty over its future since a major electrical failure forced them out last month.
The fundraiser, scheduled for 8 p.m., will see monetary donations collected at the door, with proceeds split evenly among the affected tenants. In addition to donating money, attendees can participate in "dancing for solidarity" and enjoy entertainment provided by a lineup of DJs. The suggested donation is $10 to $20.
Many of the displaced residents are currently staying at the Red Roof Inn in Southfield, where the city of Detroit is footing the bill for their hotel rooms. However, the prolonged stay has put added financial strain on those affected, who need money for basic necessities like travel, groceries, and clothes.
The Leland House's future remains uncertain, with reports suggesting that the building may be sold through an online auction. The owner has obtained court approval to auction off the property and parking lot, although it is unclear how this will affect the residents' living situation.
Artist and percussionist Daryl Stewart, who has called the Leland House home since 2012, expressed his concerns about the building's future. "It's expensive out here," he said, describing the difficulties faced by tenants in accessing basic amenities like grocery stores. "Some things are walkable, but not everyone can walk like that. It's like being in another world out here."
Stewart also spoke to the emotional toll of displacement, saying, "Everybody loved that building... It was home. It was our family." The fundraiser is aimed at directly supporting these residents and providing them with a sense of community and solidarity during this challenging time.
The event is separate from a GoFundMe campaign launched earlier in December to support the Leland City Club, a popular goth-and-techno venue within the building. However, questions surrounding the distribution of funds raised through that campaign have led some to criticize its transparency.
As the residents wait for answers about their future, Stewart emphasized the need for community support. "It's been really hard," he said, highlighting the uncertainty and difficulty faced by those affected. The fundraiser at the Lager House aims to provide a beacon of hope and solidarity in the face of this uncertain situation.
A fundraising event is set to take place this Friday at the Lager House in downtown Detroit, aimed at supporting the 27 displaced residents of the historic Leland House, which has been plagued by uncertainty over its future since a major electrical failure forced them out last month.
The fundraiser, scheduled for 8 p.m., will see monetary donations collected at the door, with proceeds split evenly among the affected tenants. In addition to donating money, attendees can participate in "dancing for solidarity" and enjoy entertainment provided by a lineup of DJs. The suggested donation is $10 to $20.
Many of the displaced residents are currently staying at the Red Roof Inn in Southfield, where the city of Detroit is footing the bill for their hotel rooms. However, the prolonged stay has put added financial strain on those affected, who need money for basic necessities like travel, groceries, and clothes.
The Leland House's future remains uncertain, with reports suggesting that the building may be sold through an online auction. The owner has obtained court approval to auction off the property and parking lot, although it is unclear how this will affect the residents' living situation.
Artist and percussionist Daryl Stewart, who has called the Leland House home since 2012, expressed his concerns about the building's future. "It's expensive out here," he said, describing the difficulties faced by tenants in accessing basic amenities like grocery stores. "Some things are walkable, but not everyone can walk like that. It's like being in another world out here."
Stewart also spoke to the emotional toll of displacement, saying, "Everybody loved that building... It was home. It was our family." The fundraiser is aimed at directly supporting these residents and providing them with a sense of community and solidarity during this challenging time.
The event is separate from a GoFundMe campaign launched earlier in December to support the Leland City Club, a popular goth-and-techno venue within the building. However, questions surrounding the distribution of funds raised through that campaign have led some to criticize its transparency.
As the residents wait for answers about their future, Stewart emphasized the need for community support. "It's been really hard," he said, highlighting the uncertainty and difficulty faced by those affected. The fundraiser at the Lager House aims to provide a beacon of hope and solidarity in the face of this uncertain situation.
. Like, I get it, they need help, but $10-$20 to dance for their solidarity? That's just gonna give them some temporary high and then what? Back to reality 
. And don't even get me started on the hotel rooms the city is footing the bill for... that's just great, because who needs a social safety net when you've got a fancy roof over your head? 
. Maybe instead of throwing cash at the problem, we should just try to figure out what's going on with this building and give people a real plan 
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theyve been through so much already & now theres this uncertainty over their homes its heartbreaking 
i mean, can u imagine having to leave behind everything u know & love just cuz of a electrical failure? 
it feels like such a hassle, but im sure its way worse for these guys. i think its super cool that the community is stepping up 2 help them out 
especially with this fundraiser at the Lager House 
itll be a great way 4 ppl 2 come together & show some solidarity 
they deserve it!!! 
! 27 people got kicked outta their home cuz some electrical thingy went haywire... that's not cool at all 
. The fact that they're stuck in some motel paying $$$ for rooms is just a whole nother level of stress 
. But, like, the community comin' together to support them? That's what it's all about 
! I'm def gonna be there with my dancing shoes 
and my wallet ready to donate $20 or more 
. We gotta keep these Leland House fams liftin' each other up during this tough time 
His music is fire 
, but these people are facing a real emergency 
Can't wait for Friday's fundraiser at the Lager House 
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. It's crazy that the city is footing the bill, but it's still not fair to them because they can't just keep staying there forever 
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also what's up with this online auction thingy its like the building is being sold out from under them without any say or control they need our help now more than ever
I mean, who needs a building like that to go up in flames? It's just not right 
or two 
the gofundme thing was kinda sketchy tho... not sure if they're doing everything right with those funds 
hope the fundraiser is a huge success and helps these residents get back on their feet 
It's not just about the financial struggles, but also the emotional toll of being displaced from their home 
They need our support and solidarity now more than ever 
and I'm donating $15 
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. Dancing for solidarity is actually a pretty cool idea 
. Maybe we can even get some local businesses to chip in and help out 
27 people are countin on us tho, so let's just do this fundraiser & show some love 
. I'm all about supporting these people in any way I can, which is why I'm donating to this fundraiser 
And what's up with that GoFundMe campaign? How are we even sure those funds are going directly to the residents? Transparency is key here, you know? 
I mean, I'm sure the residents are grateful for the support, but something doesn't add up here. It's like they're trying to distract us from the real issue: what really happened with that electrical failure? Was it an accident or something more sinister?