⏳ Countdown to the Fundraiser⚔️
Join Denver Fencing Foundation for our
16-hour Fencing Fundraiser
September 6th
At Denver Fencing Center
We’re so excited to share that we’re hosting a 16-hour fencing fundraiser to support our youth sports programs during Colorado Gives Youth Sports Giving Day! For 16 hours, we’ll be fencing nonstop to shine a spotlight on the power of sport to transform lives — and to raise funds that help kids across Denver discover fencing, build confidence, and belong to something bigger.
Matched Donations — thanks to the Daniels Fund, every donation you make that day will be matched, doubling the difference we can make together.
Let’s keep the blades moving and open more doors for youth in our community!
One Blade At A Time
This Fundraiser Supports
Denver Fencing Foundation Youth Programs
Fencing For All – Since 2015, DFF has opened doors to fencing for youth of all backgrounds and abilities.
🏫 School & Community Outreach
Programs in 17 Denver Public Schools
In-school enrichment, field days, and after-school classes
Focus on increasing access for underserved youth
Provide free demonstrations at youth community events
💰 Financial Support & Scholarships
Low-cost and no-cost memberships and scholarships provide access to classes, camps, and tournaments, making participation possible for all families
Additional financial support for travel, gear, and competition fees
Pathways to regional, national, and NCAA-level fencing
🧠 Neurodivergent & Disability Programs
Sensory-friendly classes for athletes with cognitive disabilities, autism, or TBI
Individualized coaching and adaptive equipment
Focus on building coordination, confidence, and enjoyment
🎓 Scholarships & College Pathways
Financial support for travel, gear, and competitions
Pathways to regional, national, and NCAA-level fencing
♿ Youth Parafencing (Adaptive Fencing)
Ages 8–15, including wheelchair and adaptive instruction
Scholarships and adaptive equipment provided
Builds inclusion and skill regardless of ability
One Smile At A Time
EVENT TIMELINE
AND DETAILS
8:00 am to 1:00 pm
Fencing Games (King/Queen of the Hill, Among Us, Castle)
DESCRIPTION
EVENT
TIME
Please note that the Denver Fencing Center will continue to teach regular classes and offer private lessons during the donation games.
1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
3 Weapon Open Walk n Roll Sanctioned
USA Fencing Sanctioned Tournament for ages 13+ in Foil, Epee, Sabre
Register at: Denver Fencing Foundation Marathon: Senior Open Walk N' Roll | Denver Fencing Center | Denver, Colorado | AskFRED
Donations will be accepted starting September 4th at Colorado Youth Sports Giving Day | ColoradoGives.org
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
1 Touch Epee Competition
The non-sanctioned tournament will start when fencers are eliminated from the Walk N Roll. Each fencer will fence one bout with all other fencers in a single pool.
Donations will be accepted starting September 4th at Colorado Youth Sports Giving Day | ColoradoGives.org
Black lights will light a fencing room. Fencers will be given reflective tape for their weapons, uniforms, and masks—prizes will be awarded for the best costumes.
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
YOUTH8:30 pm to 10:00 pm
ADULT
Blacklight Fencing
10:00 pm to 12:00 pm
Trick-Shot Competition
*Bouts to 100 pts with a panel of judges scoring based on style, difficulty, and creativity.
One Community At A Time
Help Us Fundraise!
Pledges: Per touch or hour, flat donations, sponsorships (Donors pledge $0.50–$1 per touch by a fencer)
Merchandise and Food Sales: Purchase fencing t-shirts, snacks, and drinks
Hourly Sponsorships: "Sponsor an Hour" – donors pay to sponsor a time slot; display their name on signage, a certificate of appreciation
Make a general donation: Donate September 4th through September 17th, and Daniels Fund will match it