UPDATE!
Apparently it is a ToS violation for Go Fund Me to Raise funds for an (alleged) criminal defense. And the $3400 that we had raised has been refunded to the donors with no explanation.
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Thank all of you for your kind support!
Help support Gil’s legal defense fund! Imagine your only local gathering spot, a place where neighbors connect and stories are shared, being cut off. That’s exactly what’s happening to 80-year-old Gil Graves and his beloved Chili Line Depot Restaurant in Tres Piedras, New Mexico.
In an act of peaceful protest, Gil, a pillar of our community, was simply trying to restore access to his business, which is being strangled by poorly planned road construction. This isn’t about violence; it’s about an elderly man standing up for his livelihood and his community. Yet, Gil has been unjustly charged with serious allegations.
The Chili Line Depot isn’t just a restaurant; it’s the heart of Tres Piedras, the sole gathering place for miles around. Without access, this vital hub faces closure, leaving a gaping hole in our community.
We need your help to fight these unjust charges and protect Gil, his family, and our community’s lifeline. Your donation will directly support the Gil Graves Legal Defense Fund, ensuring we can hire and retain the legal expertise needed to get justice for Gil.
Let’s stand with Gil and remove the barriers to justice. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a difference.