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Forging Protectors &
Forging Protectors &
Empowering the Vulnerable
Empowering the Vulnerable
A nonprofit organization using Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, self-defense education,
and community service to bring healing, protection, and hope to those who
need it most.
A nonprofit organization using
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, self-defense education,
and community service to bring healing, protection, and hope to those who need it most.
Who We Are
Who We Are
The Mighty Hands Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering vulnerable individuals and communities through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu–based therapeutic training, trauma-informed self-defense education, need-based scholarships, and local and global outreach.
The Mighty Hands Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering vulnerable individuals and communities through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu–based therapeutic training, trauma-informed self-defense education, need-based scholarships, and local and global outreach.
Born out of Gracie Jiu Jitsu – J3 Academy, we witnessed firsthand how consistent Jiu-Jitsu training transforms lives—helping people heal from trauma, rebuild confidence, and develop strength of body, mind, and spirit. Our mission is to make that transformation accessible to those who need it most.
Born out of Gracie Jiu Jitsu – J3 Academy, we witnessed firsthand how consistent Jiu-Jitsu training transforms lives—helping people heal from trauma, rebuild confidence, and develop strength of body, mind, and spirit. Our mission is to make that transformation accessible to those who need it most.
OUR MISSION
Maximizing impact
in four key areas
To empower vulnerable individuals and communities through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a therapeutic tool, trauma-informed self-defense education, need-based training scholarships, and service, helping people heal, protect themselves, and live stronger lives.
MENTAL HEALTH
SCHOLARSHIPS
SELF-DEFENSE
GLOBAL MISSIONS
Mental Health & Therapeutic Jiu-Jitsu
Using movement-based therapy to support healing from trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and emotional wounds.
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OUR MISSION
Maximizing impact
in four key areas
To empower vulnerable individuals and communities through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a therapeutic
tool, trauma-informed self-defense education, need-based training scholarships, and service—
helping people heal, protect themselves, and live stronger lives.
MENTAL HEALTH
SCHOLARSHIPS
SELF-DEFENSE
GLOBAL MISSIONS
Mental Health & Therapeutic Jiu-
Jitsu
Using movement-based therapy to support healing from trauma,
PTSD, anxiety, and emotional wounds.
LEARN MORE
Community
Monthly Community Self-Defense Class
Monthly starting May 2026
TBD
City of Milton Parks & Recreation
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Youth Program
Camp Arrowhead Summer Self-Defense Program
June 1 – July 31, 2026
Thursdays during camp week
Stonecreek Church
Read more
Global Mission
Ukraine Site Survey & Jiu-Jitsu Seminars
April 1–12, 2026
Various times
Lviv & Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine
Read more
Training
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Volunteer Opportunity
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Upcoming
Events & Programs
Upcoming
Events & Programs
Community
Monthly Community Self-Defense Class
Monthly starting May 2026
TBD
City of Milton Parks & Recreation
Read more
Youth Program
Camp Arrowhead Summer Self-Defense
Program
June 1 – July 31, 2026
Thursdays during camp week
Stonecreek Church
Read more
Global Mission
Ukraine Site Survey & Jiu-Jitsu Seminars
April 1–12, 2026
Various times
Lviv & Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine
Read more
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STORIES OF IMPACT
Lives transformed through community
Adonay Latifi
When Adonay Latifi arrived in the United States as a young child with his mother, he entered a world completely unfamiliar to him—without financial or emotional support, far from his father, and surrounded by a new language and culture. For a sensitive and introverted child, the transition was overwhelming.
Read full story
Mykyta Luiyti
When Mykyta Luiyti arrived in the United States from Ukraine at just 14 years old, he carried more than a backpack. He carried the weight of leaving home, family, and everything familiar behind during a time of national crisis.
Read full story
STORIES OF IMPACT
Lives transformed through community
Adonay Latifi
When Adonay Latifi arrived in the United States as a young child with his mother, he entered a world completely unfamiliar to him—without financial or emotional support, far from his father, and surrounded by a new language and culture. For a sensitive and introverted child, the transition was overwhelming.
Read full story
Mykyta Luiyti
When Mykyta Luiyti arrived in the United States from Ukraine at just 14 years old, he carried more than a backpack. He carried the weight of leaving home, family, and everything familiar behind during a time of national crisis.
Read full story
STORIES OF IMPACT
Lives transformed through community
Adonay Latifi
When Adonay Latifi arrived in the United States as a young child with his mother, he entered a world completely unfamiliar to him—without financial or emotional support, far from his father, and surrounded by a new language and culture. For a sensitive and introverted child, the transition was overwhelming.
Read full story
Mykyta Luiyti
When Mykyta Luiyti arrived in the United States from Ukraine at just 14 years old, he carried more than a backpack. He carried the weight of leaving home, family, and everything familiar behind during a time of national crisis.
Read full story
STORIES OF IMPACT
Lives transformed through community
Adonay Latifi
When Adonay Latifi arrived in the United States as a young child with his mother, he entered a world completely unfamiliar to him—without financial or emotional support, far from his father, and surrounded by a new language and culture. For a sensitive and introverted child, the transition was overwhelming.
Read full story
Mykyta Luiyti
When Mykyta Luiyti arrived in the United States from Ukraine at just 14 years old, he carried more than a backpack. He carried the weight of leaving home, family, and everything familiar behind during a time of national crisis.
Read full story
STORIES OF IMPACT
Lives transformed through community
Adonay Latifi
When Adonay Latifi arrived in the United States as a young child with his mother, he entered a world completely unfamiliar to him—without financial or emotional support, far from his father, and surrounded by a new language and culture. For a sensitive and introverted child, the transition was overwhelming.
Read full story
Mykyta Luiyti
When Mykyta Luiyti arrived in the United States from Ukraine at just 14 years old, he carried more than a backpack. He carried the weight of leaving home, family, and everything familiar behind during a time of national crisis.
Read full story
WHY IT MATTERS
We believe strength
changes everything
We believe strength changes everything
Trauma, instability, fear, and vulnerability affect people from every background. When individuals lack confidence, protection skills, or community support, cycles of harm often continue.
Trauma, instability, fear, and vulnerability affect people from every background. When individuals lack confidence, protection skills, or community support, cycles of harm often continue.
Through disciplined training, mentorship, and service, we help individuals reclaim dignity, rebuild confidence, and develop the ability to protect themselves and others.
Through disciplined training, mentorship, and service, we help individuals reclaim dignity, rebuild confidence, and develop the ability to protect themselves and others.
Your generosity creates opportunity, healing, and protection.
Donate today and help us empower the vulnerable so we all may live stronger.
Trauma, instability, fear, and vulnerability affect people from every background. When individuals lack confidence, protection skills, or community support, cycles of harm often continue.
Through disciplined training, mentorship, and service, we help individuals reclaim dignity, rebuild confidence, and develop the ability to protect themselves and others.
Your generosity creates opportunity, healing, and protection.
Donate today and help us empower the vulnerable so we all may live stronger.
GET INVOLVED
Join our mission
Join our mission
Whether as a volunteer, instructor, or supporter, there's a place for you in this transformative work.
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PARTNER WITH US
Corporate partnerships
Corporate partnerships
Align your organization with meaningful impact through sponsorships and collaborative initiatives.
Empowering vulnerable individuals and communities through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu-based therapeutic training, trauma-informed self-defense education, and global outreach.
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© 2026 Mighty Hands Foundation. All rights reserved.
Empowering vulnerable individuals and communities through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu-based therapeutic training, trauma-informed self-defense education, and global outreach.
Live Stronger
© 2026 Mighty Hands Foundation. All rights reserved.
Upcoming
Events & Programs
Community
Monthly Community Self-Defense Class
Monthly starting May 2026
TBD
City of Milton Parks & Recreation
Read more
Youth Program
Camp Arrowhead Summer Self-Defense Program
June 1 – July 31, 2026
Thursdays during camp week
Stonecreek Church
Read more
Global Mission
Ukraine Site Survey & Jiu-Jitsu Seminars
April 1–12, 2026
Various times
Lviv & Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine
Read more
Training
Read more
Volunteer Opportunity
Read more