Box to belong

Aim

Sport England have pledged to grant us half of our £7456.00 target for new equipment if we can raise the other half, please help if you can!

Who are we?

We are Downend boxing club, a voluntary youth organisation in Bristol.

For over 30 years we have provided support, care and opportunities for hundreds of young people

Why are we crowdfunding?

The great people at Sport England have pledged to get behind our campaign by matching 50% of our fund raising via crowdfunding.  

This will help us massively to renew and extend our facility and membership.

How we’ll spend the money raised

The total raised will be used to renew and improve the tired equipment at the boxing club.

The gloves and punchbags are used five days per week plus Sundays, which means they take a lot of punishment!

Additionally, the amount of young people who attend and join requires more kit to meet the demand.

Thanks to your generosity and that of Sport England, this will be possible.

Community impact

Many young people who come to Downend are looking for a fresh start, and boxing offers them a chance to gain discipline, confidence, and a new direction. These links are key in creating a bridge between the club, the justice system, and the community, and offers young people a safe and structured environment to grow in. Beyond the boxing ring, the club brings together young people from all walks of life. Whether they’re from local schools or universities, foster care or community rehab programs, they train together, learn from each other, and build strong, respectful relationships.  This volunteer-led, peer mentoring initiative gives young people a sense of ownership and pride in their space, helping them grow into leaders and role models. The funds raised will expand the scope of the key role that Downend Boxing plays within the community, and extend the positive impact it has on the lives of those who need mentorship and guidance the most. Downend Boxing Club continues to be a beacon of hope and empowerment for young people in the area, strengthening our community ties and offering the resources they need to succeed.

How you can play your part

There are simple ways to help us reach our target, and make this project a reality.

1. Make a pledge. Don’t delay if you’re going to support us because momentum is key to our success!

2. Spread the word. Share our project on your social media pages and tell the world to get behind us! The more people we reach, the more support we will get.

Funding method

Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made