Greetings Family, Friends, and Community Members,

Happy Holidays. We are reaching out on behalf of Westia Russell, an extraordinary 11-year-old student-athlete and USA Boxing National Champion from Southeast Washington, DC. Westia is a remarkable young talent with a long list of accomplishments in the world of Amateur Boxing, proving herself to be a dedicated, hard-working, and passionate athlete. At such a young age Westia has made many achievements and has already created a name for herself in the sport. Her titles include:

Multiple Golden Glove Regional Titles

Multiple Silver Glove Regional Titles

2x USA Boxing National Champion

2024 USA Boxing National Junior Olympian

Ranked #1 in the Nation in two weight classes (125 lbs & 132 lbs)

2025 USA Boxing National Silver Medalist (June 2025)

Why We Need Your Support?

Westia is preparing to compete in the 2025 USA Boxing Tournament. This event will be held in Lubbock, Texas from Saturday, December 6th-13th, 2025. This is a prestigious event that will allow Westia another opportunity to solidify her #1 Ranking in her weight class and advance in her career. This tournament is more than just a competition— it’s an opportunity to showcase her skills on a National stage, and continue to build her confidence while connecting with other top tier athletes from diverse backgrounds.

However, this incredible opportunity comes with costs. We are seeking to raise $4,000 to cover the following expenses:

Travel and accommodations

Training and equipment

Competition fees

Your contribution will not only support Westia’s journey but also inspire and uplift our community by highlighting the talent, hard work, and determination of young athletes like her. All proceeds go directly to the family.

Who is Westia?

Outside of the boxing ring, Westia is a vibrant and multi-talented young girl who loves skating, arts and crafts, music, dancing, and spending time with friends and family. Her dedication to her craft is unmatched, and her community has rallied around her, recognizing her as a rising star and a role model for her peers. Westia has been featured in news clips and articles that celebrate her drive and achievements.

What Your Support Means

Your generosity will help Westia focus on what she does best—training hard, competing with heart, and achieving her dreams. To show our gratitude, we’re excited to offer the following acknowledgments for your sponsorship:

Personalized thank-you notes and memorabilia

Social media shout-outs and recognition

Exclusive photos and updates from the competition

Mentions in any press coverage surrounding Westia’s journey

How You Can Help?

Your support, no matter the amount, will make a tremendous impact on Westia’s journey. Whether you donate, share this campaign with your network, or simply send words of encouragement, you are helping Westia get one step closer to achieving her dreams.

Let’s come together as a community to show Westia that we believe in her talent and potential. With your help, we can ensure that this phenomenal young athlete continues to thrive, inspire, and succeed.

Thank you for taking the time to read Westia’s story. Together, we can help her shine on the national stage and beyond!

With gratitude,

The Russell Family and Westia’s Support Team

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Organized by: Life Reign