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It seems in my case getting older doesn't necessarily mean getting wiser as here I am, attempting my first fight EVER and I am not 24! I may be a little crazy too (ok, ALOT) but I love boxing for its discipline and hard work and how when I put in that effort and respect for the sport, it gives me added self confidence, good health, increased fitness and has made me part of a community of amazing people who always give their all.
I’m a mom of two and it’s important to me to lead them by example to believe that anything is achievable if you truly want it. It's also important give back and make a difference where it counts and this is a chance to help at-risk women and youth in the downtown eastside who may have so many daily struggles that it’s difficult to even envision a more positive life. Aprons for Gloves is a non-profit organization focused on providing community outreach through the sport of boxing but they do so much more than that. Supporting over 300 kids in the program with food, clothing, health care and educational tutors and mentorship, allows these kids to form lasting relationships and access resources they wouldn't otherwise be able to.
I’m committing myself to help them succeed but I in turn need your help. Please support me in the upcoming 2018 Restaurant Rumble and donate to this cause. I need to raise $2000 otherwise I won’t qualify for my fight (if I get a fight) which will go down on July 26th. For all those who know me, know I won’t do this half way, and for those who don’t yet know me, I promise I’ll give you a show ;-)
I do have some fundraising timelines I need to meet - $500 by June 1st; $1500 by July 6th; $2000 by July 20th. Appreciate all that you can give and those with deep pockets or corporate donations (which I highly encourage) please note, anything over $500 gets you a tax benefit through NICCSS (Network of Inner City Community Services Society) and you can really make a difference in someone's life!
So what are you waiting for, donate and get me to my goal and I’ll see you on July 26th!
Founded in 2012, Aprons for Gloves Boxing Association is a non-profit organization focused on providing community outreach through the sport of boxing. Based in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, the organization was developed by a small group of professionals and entrepreneurs who seized an opportunity to re-establish a historic boxing program for at-risk women and youth. The program offers free mentorship and training to individuals who may otherwise not have the resources or support to participate in such activities. The sport of boxing teaches discipline, respect, hard work and self-control. Training results in positive self-esteem, good health and camaraderie for its practitioners.
Restaurant Rumble 2018
Every year bartenders, chefs, dishwaters, servers, baristas and all sorts of individuals from the Gastown community get together to train at the Eastside Boxing Club to fight in Restaurant Rumble.
In order to attend training, each fighter is required to raise $2000 for charity before they can compete at the Rumble.
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This year, the event will be held Thursday, July 26th at the Commodore Ballroom. If you make a contribution or Follow this campaign, you'll be first to hear when tickets go on sale. And you will have a chance to see your friend get beat up, live, in person.
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