Keith Collins, Former Savatage Bassist, Receives GoFundMe Support for Dementia Care

Founding Savatage bassist Keith Collins, a pivotal figure in Tampa Bay’s heavy‑metal community, has been diagnosed with dementia. Because early‑life circumstances prevent him from qualifying for Social Security benefits, he faces significant financial and legal hurdles.

A GoFundMe campaign, initiated by former bandmate Glenn Dillman, seeks donations to cover daily living expenses and to fund legal assistance that could secure the benefits Collins needs. The fundraiser highlights Collins’s long‑standing contributions, including his work with Savatage, the Keith Collins Krunch project, the "The Pit" radio show, The Spike music magazine, and the Tampa Bay Metal Awards.