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Why I’m Stepping Into the Ring

My name is Benny Negrete, and this year I’m committing my time, discipline, and full seriousness to enter the Masters Boxing Tournament—not for personal glory, but to help build something far bigger than myself.

Boxing and wrestling saved my life when I was younger by teaching me structure, accountability, and resilience. Now, I want to use that same discipline to help young adults who are transitioning out of unstable situations and into independent, purpose-driven lives.

This journey isn’t just about a tournament.
It’s about creating a permanent solution called Elevated Dreams.

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The Vision: Elevated Dreams Transitional Housing

Elevated Dreams is a young adult transitional housing program designed to give structure, safety, and opportunity to individuals who need a real second chance—not just temporary help.

What Elevated Dreams Will Provide
   •   Dormitory-style housing for young adults
   •   A nutrition program focused on health, consistency, and education
   •   Education & life-skills classes (financial literacy, job readiness, personal development)
   •   Physical education & boxing training
   •   An on-site gym to promote discipline, mental health, and physical wellness

This will be a place where routine replaces chaos, and hope becomes a daily practice.

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Why Boxing Is Central to This Mission

I’m donating my time, training, and commitment by entering the Masters Tournament to bring visibility, credibility, and urgency to this cause.

I’m honored to be working and training alongside WBC Champion Fres Oquendo, who shares this vision and believes in using boxing as a tool for transformation—not violence, but discipline, respect, and self-belief.

Together, we are proving that fighters don’t just train for the ring—we train for responsibility.

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Why We’re Raising $250,000

This funding is essential to move from vision to action.

Your support will help cover:
   •   Boxing training & preparation for the Masters Tournament
   •   Flight & hotel accommodations for tournament competition
   •   Initial startup costs for Elevated Dreams
   •   Facility planning & build-out preparation
   •   Program development (nutrition, education, and physical training systems)

This isn’t a short-term fundraiser—it’s the foundation of a long-term solution.

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Why This Matters Now

Too many young adults fall through the cracks after aging out of systems or leaving unstable environments. Elevated Dreams is about catching people before they fall, giving them structure before desperation sets in.

This is prevention.
This is dignity.
This is opportunity.

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How You Can Help
   •   Donate — any amount moves us closer to opening our doors
   •   Share this campaign to amplify the mission
   •   Believe that discipline, mentorship, and community still change lives

Every contribution helps transform sweat in the gym into beds, books, meals, and futures.

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Let Me close with this.
I’m stepping into the ring with purpose.
I’m training with intention.
And I’m fighting for something that lasts long after the final bell.

Thank you for believing in Elevated Dreams and in the power of redemption through discipline.

With gratitude,
Benny Negrete
Founder, Elevated Dreams
Masters Tournament Competitor