This site is maintained by Friends of Johnny Williams. Johnny has no part in this action. Check back for updates and more information.
Rebuilding has begun!! Estimates are coming in, but we’re falling short of what is needed to rebuild, repair, and update this historic venue and home. Please consider becoming a sponsor or making a donation.
Save The Speakeasy is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Your donation is 100% tax deductible.
Demo/Rebuild estimate: $468,000
Adjusted down from $520,000 – thanks to Meadowlark Design + Build, Michigan Window & Door, Mans Lumber, Neighborhood Roofing
Amount needed for completion: $203,000
Paid by Save The Speakeasy: $30,793
Save The Speakeasy funds available: $40,123
Total needed for completion: $132,084
Work specifically for the Speakeasy includes: clean up, shore up domed roof and balcony, poured concrete floor, install crock, new egress, permanent electrical wiring and fixtures, fresh air and humidity handlers, deck and vestibule, stairs, a half bath, kitchen amenities for Johnny’s parties, paint, decor, furniture, and landscaping.
FUNDS RAISED through 2/28/2026
Cash donations: $87,789 [-$1,575 Pmt Provider Fees | +$1,245 Interest Income]
In-kind donations: $58,247
Payments made by STS: $47,336
-
- Demo/Rebuild: $30,793
- Legal: $12,923
- LLC fees & events: $3,620