Friends Unite To Help Family Of Beloved QC Rock Academy Founder Greg Hipskind

On January 2nd, the Quad Cities lost a pillar of the music community. Greg Hipskind dedicated his life to music and mentoring, and inspiring the next generation of musicians as the owner of the QC Rock Academy.

Friends and family are now asking for support for Greg's family as he leaves behind a wife and two children.

The QC Rock Academy

The QC Rock Academy teaches kids in the Quad Cities more than just how to play an instrument.  It gives them the confidence to step on stage in front of a crowd of strangers and be who they were meant to be.  Rock stars.

Greg not only made an impact on these students and their families, but the entire Quad Cities music scene.  The student bands would perform at events like the free Summer Kickoff Concert (above) and go on to keep music as a part of their life.

Greg believed in each and every child that walked through the doors of the QC Rock Academy and did everything in his power to help them reach their true potential.

GoFundMe Created To Support Greg's Family

Greg leaves behind two beautiful girls and his incredible wife, without whose support, none of this would have been possible. As friends and family grieve this unimaginable loss, members of the Quad City Rock Academy family are raising funds to support Greg's family during this heartbreaking time.

"Any contribution - no matter the amount - will help ease the weight on the family and allow them to focus on healing and honoring Greg's legacy. Thank you for your love, support, and for helping us celebrate the life of such an amazing human being."

Rock in peace, Greg.

You can contribute to the GoFundMe here.