Hello. My name is Jay Grammond and I own a small business called J Grammond Photography. I also own and operate the event called Black Hills Photo Shootout.

I recently got news that a good friend of mine, Mike Wolforth, who is also a long-time instructor and supporter of the Black Hills Photo Shootout, had over $30,000 worth of photography gear stolen out of his vehicle. This was everything he had, gutting his business and the ability to create revenue to support his family and business. That is bad enough, but in a sad turn of events, his insurance won't cover the gear.

Mike has been there for his community and our Black Hills Photo Shootout community over the decades, so I feel it is important for those of us who can—and feel moved to do so—to lift Mike up through donations so he can revive his business.