What company could I write to about this?

I'm writing a grant (for school, so it's fake anyways) asking for somewhere around 100-200 dollars to give a 3 part mental and physical self-defense seminar to kids around 10-13. Obviously, I'm not doing it alone, that's where the money comes in. THIS IS TO PROVIDE CHILDREN WITH USEFUL INFORMATION FROM BEING ABDUCTED.

Is there some sort of child protection organization out there that would support something like this? (Is that even who I'm supposed to be asking for money from...?)
Sorry books,

when I meant fake, I meant that it was not going to be sent. It has to be 100% real, or as real as it can be without actually going through the whole process of contacting the agency... which has to be existing...

You say you're writing a fake grant so you don't need a real company. Make up a company name. I certainly wouldn't make up a fake grant application to a real company.

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I am looking to take up a new martial art?

I am currently a 3rd degree black belt in Tae Kwon-Do. I feel that I have gone about as far as I can (in terms of training and growing) at my school, so I am looking to pick up a new martial art, in addition to training and teaching TKD. I have also been attending cross-training classes, which are like mini seminars taught by masters of several different martial arts, and I realize that Tae Kwon-Do cannot offer me everything that I want.

What type of martial art would be good for me? I am not looking for a competitive one that is tournament focused. I prefer one with a focus on self-defense and the traditional martial arts ways or meditation.

Also, an art that deals with energies would not be beyond what I would be willing to try.

Any suggestions?

Thanks.

My personal and slightly biased opinion would be some sort of style of Japanese Jiu-Jitsu, either it be really traditional or a modern 'goshin' style.

I'm a Shodan in Can-Ryu Jiu-Jitsu, with some cross training in Ninja-Ryu Jiu-Jitsu, both of which are police and military specific versions of Japanese Jiu-Jitsu respectively. I've been to Germany to train in Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and I've had seminars with countless other styles.

Honestly? Everything works for self defense, you've just got to learn how to adapt it to self defense. However, I find that most Japanese Jiu-Jitsu styles are already geared towards self defense, as such, Sport Jiu-Jitsu isn't all to popular (FWIW, the only difference between it & MMA is no striking on the ground, and competitors wear a gi). In most Japanese Jiu-Jitsu places, if they are self defense focused, they will teach you a lot. And I mean, a lot.
Joint locks through armbars, wristlocks, leglocks, necklocks and sometimes police and combative restraints;
Throws, mainly of which come from Judo, some styles incorporate wrestling and sambo throws in there too, included in a good club would be a good knowledge of Kuzushi (breaking balance), making easy for me weighing in at just over 100lbs, able to throw a 250lbs man over my head no problem (done it before);
Atemi (striking), most styles have Karate-like striking, but honestly, we take striking from everywhere, and we use whatever works, throw out what doesn't, punches, kicks, elbows, knees, head butts, whatever;
Weapons, some styles have weapons in them, we have a basic Kubotan, about the length of a Bic pen, about 3 or 4 times as round (big), and pure metal, great for smashing over someones head ...
Weapon retention, disarming knives and guns from realistic angles and moves that actually work in real life, no flashy BS;
Ground work, not as extensive as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, but extensive enough to win a few tournaments, and in a self defense situation, protect yourself on the ground and get back to your feet.

Pros of Japanese style Jiu-Jitsu's:
- Learn self defense
- Depending on the club, it can make you quite fit. Some styles say "technique" over any sort of physical training.
- Improves confidence through learning how to destroy and demoralize your attacker and avoid confrontations all together.
- Get to meet (sometimes) some really great people.
- Long list of stuff (look above) making you a well rounded individual, able to take the fight anywhere, remain dominant and survive.

Cons:
- Not a big sport aspect. Some clubs spar, some don't. Sparring & Comps can help with the adrenaline factor seen in a confrontation.
- Some clubs train with none, or close to no resistance when flowing through techniques. My club, for a stand out example, always trains resistance into the technique once you understand what to do.
- You have to wear a gi (kimono) in most places. Muay Thai, for example, you wouldn't.
- Takes a little while and a little dedication to get good.

Sorry for the long post bro. But that's my opinion.

Peace,

Ben S.

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