On the night of February 24, our Destination South friend and colleague, Tanner Garrard, experienced a heartbreaking tragedy when a fire ravaged his apartment building. This catastrophic event not only left him without a place to call home but also resulted in the loss of everything he owned, including irreplaceable mementos and rare collectibles that celebrated his many passions—music, literature, and sports to name a few.

Tanner has always been the one to take care of others. His resilience in the face of adversity is inspiring, but now he needs our support more than ever to navigate this incredibly tough time. It's our turn to take care of him. We are reaching out to friends, family and our DMC Network, ADMEI and hospitality industry community.

The road to recovery will be long and challenging. Alongside the immediate need for basic necessities and finding a new place to live, we also hope to help Tanner recover some of the irreplaceable items that brought so much joy and comfort into his life. While some memories can never be replaced, we can come together to ensure that Tanner's future is filled with new ones, just as precious.

We are reaching out to friends, family, and anyone whose life has been touched by Tanner, to ask for your support. Whether it's a financial contribution, sharing this campaign with others, or sending words of encouragement, every little bit helps.

Our goal is to raise $10,000 which will go directly towards helping Tanner get back on his feet, cover immediate expenses, and start the healing process.

Let's come together to show Tanner the same love and support he has always shown us.

Thank you for taking the time to read about Tanner's story. We are endlessly grateful for any support you can offer.