State St Boxing Gym new location
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Dominique learned to box following a traumatic and painful experience as a 10 year old. With the help of coaches at The State Street Boxing Gym, she regained her sense of safety, self-esteem, and trust in others. Today Dominque is a vibrant 23 year old who wants to pay it forward by teaching inner city kids the power of exercise, and boxing.
Gianni was 12 when he attempted to fight off members of a gang after refusing to become a member. For his protection, his uncle helped him enroll in classes at the State Street Boxing Gym. “It was meant to be. Coming here has been the best choice in my life,” says Gianni. He credits his coach, David Mario Ramos for standing by his side for seven years, and seeing in him what he now sees in himself—a fearless fighter, a future champion boxer at work.
David Mario Ramos has a passion for helping kids achieve their dreams. “It’s really my father who is my inspiration for helping others. Dad was a Civil Rights leader back in the 60s, the Chicano Movement. He started the Central City Community Action Program here. I remember going down and seeing him interact with the inner city kids when I was a kid. I realized just a few years ago it was my dad that really sparked me to help kids, to help them make good choices, to believe in themselves and see their potential.”
State Street Boxing Gym is a NON-PROFIT organization (501c) and has been growing since day one, when it began with one child and one bag. Under the leadership of David Mario Ramos, the gym’s focus is on helping at risk kids have a productive and welcoming place to go after school, become stronger physically and emotionally, achieve positive goals over a short period of time, understand and manage anger, and process personal trauma through the power of boxing and mentorship. Their program includes working closely with the Juvenile Justice System, Division of Child and Family Services, patients with traumatic brain injuries, domestic violence victims, inner-city youth and youth at risk.
The State Street Boxing Gym has relocated to a new 10,000 foot site on 700 South and State Street. They need funds to continue serving youth at their largest gym yet. The Gym does not have administration costs, as this portion is volunteered work. Expenses include rent, utilities, (new electric, air-conditioning/heating, and plumbing), equipment (clothing, wraps, gloves etc.) and expenses to provide afterschool meals for youth. The Gym is also looking for any volunteers who know how to fundraise and/or write grants.
With your financial assistance, you can continue to provide a safe and healthy outlet for Utah’s children, our future leaders of tomorrow.
Gianni was 12 when he attempted to fight off members of a gang after refusing to become a member. For his protection, his uncle helped him enroll in classes at the State Street Boxing Gym. “It was meant to be. Coming here has been the best choice in my life,” says Gianni. He credits his coach, David Mario Ramos for standing by his side for seven years, and seeing in him what he now sees in himself—a fearless fighter, a future champion boxer at work.
David Mario Ramos has a passion for helping kids achieve their dreams. “It’s really my father who is my inspiration for helping others. Dad was a Civil Rights leader back in the 60s, the Chicano Movement. He started the Central City Community Action Program here. I remember going down and seeing him interact with the inner city kids when I was a kid. I realized just a few years ago it was my dad that really sparked me to help kids, to help them make good choices, to believe in themselves and see their potential.”
State Street Boxing Gym is a NON-PROFIT organization (501c) and has been growing since day one, when it began with one child and one bag. Under the leadership of David Mario Ramos, the gym’s focus is on helping at risk kids have a productive and welcoming place to go after school, become stronger physically and emotionally, achieve positive goals over a short period of time, understand and manage anger, and process personal trauma through the power of boxing and mentorship. Their program includes working closely with the Juvenile Justice System, Division of Child and Family Services, patients with traumatic brain injuries, domestic violence victims, inner-city youth and youth at risk.
The State Street Boxing Gym has relocated to a new 10,000 foot site on 700 South and State Street. They need funds to continue serving youth at their largest gym yet. The Gym does not have administration costs, as this portion is volunteered work. Expenses include rent, utilities, (new electric, air-conditioning/heating, and plumbing), equipment (clothing, wraps, gloves etc.) and expenses to provide afterschool meals for youth. The Gym is also looking for any volunteers who know how to fundraise and/or write grants.
With your financial assistance, you can continue to provide a safe and healthy outlet for Utah’s children, our future leaders of tomorrow.
Organizer and beneficiary
David Mario Ramos
Organizer
Salt Lake City, UT
Mark Maez
Beneficiary
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