Support healing through defense training

Your gift helps survivors of interpersonal violence rebuild safety, confidence, and strength through body-based, trauma-informed training.

Become A Sponsor
Make A Donation

Support healing through defense training

Your gift helps survivors of interpersonal violence rebuild safety, confidence, and strength through body-based, trauma-informed training.

Become A Sponsor
Make A Donation

Every dollar makes an impact.

We invest the majority of every dollar into healing programs for kids and adults. The rest supports the behind-the-scenes work that keeps our doors open and ensures classes are sustainable long-term.

25%

Administrative

68%

Programs

7%

Fundraising

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Empower people to heal from interpersonal violence through defense training

Create real, lasting change for survivors of interpersonal violence. Our annual sponsorships provide meaningful benefits for your business while fueling hope and healing in our community.

Together, we’ll amplify your community impact and build a safer, more compassionate future.

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One-time & monthly donations

Donors are individuals who give from the heart with no expectations, just impact. Your support makes it possible for survivors to train in safe, inclusive spaces that foster confidence, strength, and community.

Every contribution keeps classes accessible and ensures that healing remains available to everyone who needs it.

  • Champion

    $5,000

    Make a lasting impact by helping us expand trauma-informed defense training across our community. Champion sponsors receive top-tier visibility and special recognition.


    Includes:

    • Featured logo placement on website & annual report

    • Framed certificate of sponsorship

    • Monthly newsletter logo + spotlight

    • Complimentary 2-hour defense workshop for your team

    • Recognition at events & in community presentations

  • Patron

    $2,500

    Patron sponsors help make our classes accessible and visible throughout the year.


    Includes:

    • Large logo placement on website & annual report

    • Certificate of sponsorship

    • Monthly newsletter logo recognition

    • Complimentary 2-hour team training

    • Recognition at annual fundraiser

  • Advocate

    $1,500

    Advocates strengthen community awareness and help sustain ongoing programming.


    Includes:

    • Medium logo on website & annual report

    • Certificate of sponsorship

    • Monthly name listed in newsletter

    • Recognition at annual fundraiser

  • Supporter

    $500

    Supporters make healing possible by keeping our classes accessible to survivors.


    Includes:

    • Small logo on website & annual report

    • Certificate of sponsorship

    • Monthly name listed in newsletter

    • Recognition at annual fundraiser

Our sponsors

Madwire Logo
Shawn H. Smith Logo
Bohemian Foundation logo
Give Next Logo
El Pomar Foundation Logo

Volunteer opportunities

Cor Defense thrives because of the generosity and dedication of volunteers. Whether you’re a mental health professional, community advocate, or simply passionate about helping survivors heal, there are many ways to get involved.

General volunteer opportunities

  • Resource Development, Communications, or Programs/Advisory.

  • Help guide Cor Defense’s long-term vision and sustainability.

  • Share Cor Defense with local nonprofits, libraries, and community centers.

  • Post flyers in approved community spaces to increase visibility.

Opportunities for mental health professionals

  • Join our Programs Committee or Board of Directors to help shape trauma-informed strategies.

  • Provide feedback on our Trauma-Informed Care Certification for martial arts instructors.

  • Assist with updating intake forms and outcome measures to track impact and meet grant requirements.

  • Present short (20–30 min) workshops on mental health and trauma-informed topics to instructors and board members.

Together, we can make healing possible.

Whether you give your time, your expertise, or your financial support, you are helping survivors reclaim safety, confidence, and strength.

Make A Donation