A Special Thank You to United Way

We are incredibly grateful to announce that The Zichelle Project has received a reimbursement grant from the United Way of North Central Massachusetts.

This support means more than funding, it means belief in what we're building!

With this grant, we will be able to provide 20 local youth with:

• Free membership for the 2025/2026 school year to train at Zichelle Mixed Martial Arts & Fitness

• Free Gi uniforms so every child can step on the mats prepared, confident, and equal

For many families in our community, extracurricular activities and youth programs feel out of reach financially. This grant helps remove that barrier and it opens the door for kids to experience something powerful, a safe, structured environment where they can grow confidence, discipline, resilience, and self-worth.

Martial arts is not just a sport, it’s a way for kids to discover who they can become.

United Way’s support allows us to continue fulfilling our mission of building strong futures, one child at a time!

To every person who donates to United Way or supports the organizations they fund, you made this possible.

Thank you for believing in our youth. Thank you for believing in our mission and thank you for helping us create a space where all kids can feel safe, seen, and supported.

The Zichelle Project, Inc.