We Defy Foundation is an organization that provides scholarships to train Brazilian jiu jitsu to Veterans with service connected disabilities. I believe that second to Jesus, jiu jitsu has immense potential to transform one’s life for the better, especially for veterans. It teaches you calm under pressure, humility, growth mindset, and provides a positive community and opportunities to improve. It can help veterans find connection. It teaches so many lessons about overcoming adversity that can be applied to life in general. I support We Defy and I hope you will to. As a non-profit, they maximize every dollar donated to provide greatest possible impact. They aren’t lobbying DC politicians or paying execs fat salaries. The money donated goes to the athletes they support, so they can have their lives transformed by jiu jitsu for the better.
How you can support We Defy
We Defy has an event every year to raise money around Veterans Day. I've set up a donation page and coordinated with CJJF - Texas to host an open mat on November 15th 2 to 4 pm. So people can donate via the link on this page to support the cause. You don't have go to the open mat to donate and you don't have to donate to go to the open mat. Every donation counts and has potential to make a huge impact in the lives of veterans.
Here's how you can help:
Donate: Contribute whatever you can. No amount is too small!
Spread the Word: Share my fundraising page with your friends, family, and social networks. Let’s spread awareness so we can raise more!