GREY'S FUTURE PLANS FOR THE YOUTH
Picture credits: Grey__Party
We reached out to Grey upon a suggestion from some of the youth services that he has helped. We asked Grey if we could ask a few questions. We were very lucky to be invited to Grey's home for the interview and appreciate that he was very happy to answer our questions.
Since our last article, what other things have you done/implemented for the youth?
"We have improved community programs to help the youth and young adults to follow their passions. Free classes and creative rooms that we have upgraded since we last spoke. This Christmas break, those in college will be able to work part-time for my shop, Manor, in all three locations. Along with programs to help them learn to trade with auto cars and bikes. Along with intern programs for ULSA students who are interested in trade or design. We also have follow-ups to check on students who have signed up for the free program."
What are your future plans?
"The future is bright and beautiful, continuing the same motives that we have for South LS, especially in the small business sector. As well as helping those who have been in prison be able to work again. I haven't been happy with high fashion due to its lack of acknowledging models and child abuse that goes on in the industry, so I most likely will be taking a step away from OffTrick. It did what it was supposed to do, create a world that most didn't think I was able to do. But my focus and my heart are with ManorDem. This year, we have financially improved rapidly, especially with the city always coming to sell out one of the skate videos we drop. That shit brings me to tears, seeing where the brand started. Personally, I can't complain, I just love getting shit done and building."
"I have a home, just finished in Vice City, currently doing Christmas shopping for family, got my parents a new home in the hills, and getting ready for my birthday on the 24th of this month. You know me and cars, so that's a given."
We also had the offer to see Grey's garage which we accepted.
Do you have any upcoming projects?
"Upcoming projects, yes! A new film coming from me and my skate team producer, Spike Bonze. The date is coming soon. The new ManorDem collection is out now, and in all 3 stores in Liberty City, Los Santos, and London."
How do you feel knowing that you've helped the youth and young adults so much?
"It honestly gets me emotional. I was like them at a point thinking that my block was it until I pushed myself and realized that the world is bigger. Even with some gang members, you can see a change, not all of them of course, but a solid majority that is trying to seek a better life. I think that's why I'm safe in any hood I got to, because yeah I bring million dollar cars around, however, I'm also dropping jewels and letting them know how they can get it too. They know my heart, and where I'm coming from. They see, when I put on for myself it's really for them letting them know that they can do it too.
We have hired tons of folks who don't own small businesses from that area, got them warehouse work, or just any legal work in general. Just noticing a different vibe now, the people are focused not only with my help, by helping themselves. Anything other than that is a distraction."