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Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation Pledges $500,000 to Support DBG’s Future Growth

The two-year grant will help fund an apprenticeship program and provide life-changing academic intervention, mentorship and enrichment to more metro Detroit students with a goal ...
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The Sky’s the Limit with PWC Career Days!

Major General Leonard Isabelle, a commercial pilot and a member of the Michigan Air National Guard, recently visited the Downtown Boxing Gym to share his ...
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We’re #SLPStrong Because of DBG Champion, Stephen Luigi Piazza

There are some people who come into your life and make an unexpected, indelible and positive impact. Stephen Luigi Piazza was that person for the ...
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Learning Math with ALEKS, McGraw-Hill Education’s Amazing Math Program

Our students have seen their math scores soar thanks to this incredible learning tool. Reaffirming its commitment to providing all students with the highest-quality math ...
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A Hero’s Journey: Our Surprise Trip to Alton, New Hampshire

How an 8th grader’s letter inspired Coach Khali As we wrapped up 2017, Khali received a letter from an 8th grade student that truly inspired ...
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Vote for Khali in CNN Heroes Top 10!

Please VOTE every day through December 12 and help us win $100,000! We are so honored that our books before boxing program has led us ...
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Beaumont ‘CHAMP’ Program Visits Downtown Boxing Gym

Our Students Literally Had their Heads Examined. Here’s Why! Did you know? Concussions account for nearly 15% of all sports-related injuries for young people, ages ...
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Leading the Way: Boxing Gym Board Members Take on New Roles!

New Board Chair and Other Leaders Bring Diverse Backgrounds, Talent From Ford Motor Company to Rock Ventures and more, we are thankful to the team ...
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TITLE Boxing + Downtown Boxing Gym, Stronger Together!

TITLE Boxing Clubs Donate Dollars for Punches to Benefit Downtown Boxing Gym Every 10,000 punches = $1. More than 12 million punches are expected to be ...
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Community Engagement!

‘On The Table’ Event Pairs Food with Food for Thought Downtown Boxing Gym students had an important seat at the table for a community engagement ...
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