We are a Movement Equity Collective
Bridging the wellness divide &
Expanding access to transformative practices
OUR VISION
To create authentic, accessible spaces where movement—through boxing, flag football, or other activities—becomes a catalyst for personal transformation and collective healing
OUR MISSION
Reshape how the community approaches empowerment and mental health support across generations. Through our culturally aligned, trauma-informed approach, we create lasting, meaningful change for Denver's youth, older adults, and persons with disabilities. As a movement and outdoor equity collective, we connect diverse communities to nature while fostering physical and emotional wellbeing for all.
OUR JOURNEY
As movement professionals, we've witnessed the wellness divide and its profound impact across generations. We recognize the unique challenges faced by our communities and are committed to bridging these gaps through inclusive, accessible experiences.
DONKS emerged from a critical need in the Denver Metro area
Through partnerships with local organizations, we’ve created educational, movement-based initiatives that empower communities while addressing their mental health challenges and sense of community.
These collaborations have helped us establish trust and strong relationships within the communities we serve, underscoring the power of culturally relevant programming to foster healing and personal growth.
We are a movement equity collective bridging the wellness divide and expanding access to transformative movement practices. Through our synergistic approach—where our for-profit entity Function harnesses the power of outdoor environments and strategic partnerships while our non-profit DONKS extends these practices to underserved populations—we create an ecosystem where both initiatives amplify each other's impact while advancing their unique purposes.
Our trauma-informed, culturally responsive programs amplify the voices and lived experiences of marginalized populations, including underserved youth, individuals with disabilities, and older adults. By centering equity and fostering inclusive spaces, we create environments where movement becomes a powerful catalyst for personal growth, collective healing, and community empowerment.
With our "gonzo-like" spirit, we challenge mainstream wellness norms that have historically excluded many communities. We prioritize the transformative potential of outdoor settings, creating natural "exposure therapy" through movement while building community in spaces that are accessible to all. Our philosophy is simple yet revolutionary: come as you are—there is Function/Donks programming for you, regardless of ability, background, or experience.
As a vessel for the culture, we collaborate with community stakeholders and partner organizations that share our commitment to true inclusivity. We seek to build the most diverse movement ecosystem possible, deliberately reaching niche and fringe demographics that traditional fitness spaces have overlooked or excluded.
Through community-based workshops, youth mentorship programs, adaptive movement classes, and educator training, we're building a movement where wellness is recognized as a right, not a privilege. Our vision extends beyond individual transformation to collective liberation—where communities have the resources, knowledge, and agency to define and pursue wellness on their own terms, indoors or out, with no barriers to participation.
