Unlocking Champions
One Life At A Time
K² Foundation empowers underserved youth in Everett, WA through martial arts, mentorship, and community—
helping them rise above their circumstances and reach their full potential.
Our Mission
Empowering Underserved Youth Through Martial Arts
K² Foundation creates pathways for underserved youth to become champions in life by using martial arts—boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai—as vehicles for personal growth, resilience, and leadership development. Through mentorship, training, and community support, we help young people unlock their full potential—in the gym and beyond.
We believe discipline, confidence, and resilience should never be a privilege.
Our Vision
A Future Built on Excellence, Character, and Community
A world where all young people—especially those in underserved communities—have the opportunity to pursue arete, the lifelong practice of excellence in character and action, through martial arts.
By cultivating discipline, resilience, and leadership, we empower youth to rise above their circumstances and become agents of positive change in their lives and communities.
We envision a world where every young person has a chance to rise—no matter where they start.
Our Impact
Where Grit Meets Growth
At K² Foundation, we don’t just teach martial arts—we cultivate the inner strength
and character young people need to thrive in life.
Our programs provide youth from underserved communities with access to high-quality training in boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai—paired with mentorship, leadership development, and a safe space to grow.
By embedding the philosophy of arete—the pursuit of personal excellence in all areas of life—we help youth develop discipline, confidence, and resilience that extend far beyond the mat.
Our impact reaches families, schools, and neighborhoods, creating a ripple effect of positive change.
With every student we train, we’re building a generation of strong, capable young leaders who are equipped to rise above their circumstances and lead lives of purpose, strength, and service.
K2 Foundation Core Values:
Resilience
Training youth to overcome adversity through persistence and inner strength.
Leadership
Fostering confidence, accountability, and responsibility in and beyond the gym.
Discipline
Building habits of consistency, effort, and respect through martial arts.
Opportunity
Creating access to transformative experiences, mentorship, and growth.
Community
Uniting students, coaches, and families to build something greater together.
Excellence (Arete)
Inspiring youth to live with purpose, strive for their best, and lead lives of impact.
Impact
How We Make a Difference
At K² Foundation, martial arts is more than physical training—it’s a path to personal transformation.
Our Youth Programs Provide:
Free and subsidized access to Boxing, BJJ, and Muay Thai
Mentorship rooted in military values and character-building
A positive peer group and safe training environment
Pathways to higher education, competitive success, and leadership some stuff
What We've Achieved So Far:
20+ youth sponsored in just 2 years
🥇 Golden Gloves state & regional champion
🎖️ Student-athlete accepted to UW Computer Science + Silver Medalist in Collegiate Nationals
Every student we train becomes part of a ripple effect—impacting families, classrooms, and communities.
Founder's Message
We created the K² Foundation with a simple but powerful belief: every young person deserves the chance to grow, to be challenged, and to become who they were meant to be—regardless of where they start.
After years of coaching, training, and serving in the military, we’ve seen how martial arts can shape more than just skills—it can shape character. K² was built to be more than a gym. It’s a place where youth find purpose, discipline, and a community that lifts them up.
This mission is personal to us, and we’re honored to walk this journey with every student who steps through our doors.
—Coach Eric & Saiko
Support Our Mission
Your Support Changes Lives
Every young person deserves a shot at becoming something greater. Your support helps make that happen.
When you give to the K² Foundation, you're not just funding boxing gloves or gym access—you’re helping a young person build confidence, discipline, and a future they can be proud of.
Whether it's through a scholarship, gear sponsorship, or mentoring programs, every dollar creates real impact right here in our community.
Ways to Give:
Sponsor a Student:
Fund full or partial training scholarships
Provide Equipment:
Help us supply gloves, gis, wraps, and mats
Support Mentorship:
Expand our leadership development and character-building programs
Make a Gift:
Choose a one-time donation or become a monthly supporter
Every donation matters. Every kid matters.
The K² Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations are tax-deductible.
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