Clayton County gym nears goal with help from Jordan Chiles
James Jones, owner of James Jones Gymnastics Academy
CLAYTON COUNTY, Ga. - A Clayton County gymnastics academy that was at risk of closing is nearing its fundraising goal thanks to community support and a boost from an Olympic athlete.
What we know:
Coach James Jones said in July that the academy’s lease was set to expire within a week. He launched a GoFundMe campaign to save the gym, drawing more than 1,000 donations. So far, the effort has raised over $54,000 toward a $60,000 goal.
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What they're saying:
Among the donors is Olympic gymnastics champion Jordan Chiles. Jones publicly thanked her in a Facebook post, where he also congratulated her on being selected for the upcoming season of Dancing with the Stars.