CRUVINEL BROTHERS SCHOLARSHIP INITIATIVE

SPONSOR A CHILD. CHANGE A LIFE.

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Our MISSION

Sponsor a Child. Change a Life. Strengthen a Community.

Through world-class Jiu-Jitsu training, mentorship and a culture built on discipline, humility and purpose, the Scholarship Initiative empowers youth to grow into confident, capable leaders. The goal is simple: ensure no child is turned away because of financial hardship.

WHY SCHOLARSHIPS MATTER

Remove Financial Barriers — Give families access to structured, safe training they may not otherwise be able to afford. Create Life-Changing Opportunity — Jiu-Jitsu can build confidence, emotional regulation, leadership and belonging. Strengthen Families & Communities — When a child gains structure and support, the impact can extend beyond the academy. Build the Next Generation of Leaders — Scholarship students are intended to grow into role models, mentors, coaches and community leaders.

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WHAT A SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDES

  • Unlimited youth membership for 12 months.

  • Official Cruvinel Brothers Gi.

  • Rash guard + training shorts + flip-flops.

  • Four private coaching sessions.

  • IBJJF athlete registration and association memberships.

  • Access to advanced classes, leadership development and competition pathways as appropriate.

SCHOLARSHIP PRICING

  • BRONZE

    $5,000/year

    Funded Impact
    1 Student Athlete Full 12-mo tuition + gear

    Branding & Exposure Deliverables

    • Sponsor logo on student Gi patch

    • Gym digital display board rotation

    • Website "Community Partner" listing

    Corporate Perks

    10% employee discount on gym memberships

  • SILVER

    $10,000/year

    Funded Impact
    2 Student Athletes Full 12-mo tuition + gear

    Branding & Exposure Deliverables

    • Everything in Bronze tier

    • Custom 6ft gym wall banner

    • Monthly social media partner spotlight

    Corporate Perks

    15% employee discount on gym memberships

  • GOLD TITLE

    $25,000/year

    Funded Impact
    5 Student Athletes Full 12-mo tuition + gear

    Branding & Exposure Deliverables

    • Primary logo on all scholarship gear

    • Prominent main-wall banne

    • Weekly digital & email newsletter ad

    • Co-branded press release distribution

    Corporate Perks

    1 free on-site corporate self-defense workshop (up to 30 employees) + 20% staff discoun

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DONOR TIERS

Legacy Donor — 3 Years

Name engraved on Founders Wall; invitation to Scholarship Impact Dinner; progress updates; recognition on website/social/academy displays; full anonymity option.

Empowerment Donor — 2 Years

Recognition on Community Champions Wall; digital recognition; optional student progress updates; full anonymity option.

Opportunity Donor — 1 Year

Recognition on Scholarship Donor Board; optional/annual progress update; full anonymity option.

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BUSINESS SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS

  • Logo placement on in-gym banners.

  • Digital recognition.

  • Listing on the Business Partner Wall.

  •  Invitations to community events.

  •  Premium option: logo placement on youth Gi sleeves.

  • Premium option: spotlight feature on social media / website.

  • Optional add-ons: sponsored seminars, belt ceremonies and outreach events.

FAQs

  • A program providing underprivileged youth with access to Jiu-Jitsu training, mentorship, discipline and leadership development.

  • Youth are selected based on financial need, commitment and readiness to benefit from the program.

  • A year of training, official gear, private coaching, IBJJF registration/association memberships and access to advancement/leadership pathways.

  • Yes. Business sponsorship opportunities include in-gym and digital recognition, partner-wall listing and community-event visibility.

  • Yes. The source states that all donor tiers can choose full anonymity.

  • Yes. Multi-student sponsorship and corporate giving options are available upon request.

  • The program is intended to provide structure, mentorship and a safe environment for youth, creating a positive ripple effect for families and the community.

  • Final Norwalk donor destination/contact must be confirmed. The source currently lists the parent Training Center in Monroe, CT.

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