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This Veterans Day, make a difference. 

We Defy exists to provide combat veterans support through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The only way we achieve our mission is with the support of our community. Will you help us put one more veterans on the mats this November? 
 

Host a Ruck & Roll Fundraiser in 3 Simple Steps

  1. Third Party Agreement - If you haven’t already, please complete the quick and easy Third Party Agreement. This outlines what it means to host an event on behalf of We Defy. (If you're here, you probably already did this! If not, use the "Complete your TPA" button on the left)
     
  2. Event Registration - Use the "Register Now" button to tell us about your event! Hosting an event makes you a team captain—your gym, ruck club, or community group becomes a team of We Defy fundraisers. **After registration, you’ll get a team fundraising link to share with friends, family, and supporters on and off the mats.**
     
  3. Share your fundraising page and event with your community! You can host an open mat, roll-a-thon, team ruck, seminar...the options are endless. Every event - big or small - makes a difference to provide our veteran athlete scholarships! 

 

Do you believe in the mission?

Click the REGISTER NOW button and create your event. Together, we’re rucking and rolling across the country in support of our veterans.

Special Welcome to our GoRuck Partner Teams

We’re thrilled to once again partner with our friends at GoRuck this year. Not only are they providing unique incentives and a custom co-branded patch, but they’ve also rallied their Rucking Clubs nationwide to help raise funds for the We Defy Foundation.

Thank you to all who are joining us in support of our mission: providing year-long Jiu Jitsu scholarships to qualified disabled combat veterans.

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T-Shirt & Custom GoRuck Patch 

When you register, you’ll have the opportunity to purchase a commemorative event T-shirt, which includes a custom GoRuck patch. This exclusive combo is only available while supplies last—so don’t miss your chance to grab yours!

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Our Mission

We provide combat veterans coping with military connected disabilities a long term means to overcome their challenges through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and fitness training. (EIN: 47-4543790)

Our Vision

A world where all disabled combat veterans are empowered to heal, thrive, and engage through the practice of Jiu Jitsu, fostering their physical and mental well-being, community connection, and self-reliance. We want We Defy to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the veteran community.

Our Values

Integrity: We are honest, transparent, and we uphold the highest ethical standards in all our actions.

Discipline: We take our mission, athletes, and supporters seriously.

Accountability: We take responsibility for our decisions and actions.

Community: We foster a supportive, inclusive, and non-discriminatory environment for veterans and their families.

Transformation: We believe in the transformative power of Jiu Jitsu for healing and empowerment.