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Athletic & Academic Excellence
 
 

National Fencing Foundation of Washington, D.C. Inc.

 
 

The Capitol Clash 2024 website has been moved to
www.CapitolClash.org


 
 

OUR MISSION

The National Fencing Foundation of Washington, D.C. is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) educational organization dedicated to developing personal character, academic achievement, and athletic excellence through the world of fencing.

 
 
 

OUR IMPACT

 

Youth Fencing

The National Fencing Foundation has a long history supporting youth fencing in the Washington, D.C. metro area. Since 2007, the National Fencing Foundation has provided free classes, equipment, and instruction to underprivileged youth to develop personal character, academic achievement, and athletic excellence.

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Wheelchair Fencing

In 2019, the National Fencing Foundation began its campaign to support military veterans and first responders who are learning wheelchair fencing. All instruction and equipment were provided to fencers free of charge.

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Host & Sponsor of the Capitol Clash

The National Fencing Foundation is proud to be the host & sponsor of one of the largest annual youth fencing tournaments in the world: the Capitol Clash.
In 2024, the National Fencing Foundation will host its 13th Capitol Clash tournament over Martin Luther King Jr weekend. Learn more by visiting the Capitol Clash website.

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Scholarships

Scholarships have been made available to fencers who have shown dedication to the sport, demonstrate the ability to achieve success in fencing, and have a strong academic record. They are designed to support fencers’ ability to compete in national and international tournaments by providing reimbursement for travel-related expenses.

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