Grace & Grit Defense Academy

"Empowering Communities. Protecting Lives."

Faith-based safety training for churches and daycare centers. Our ALERRT-certified instructors provide life-saving skills at no cost to your community. Rooted in Christian values with military precision and medical expertise.

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Our Sacred Mission

At Grace & Grit Defense Academy, our mission is to empower communities by equipping churches and daycare facilities with life-saving knowledge and skills through proven critical response techniques, guided by the values of ALERRT (Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training) and Citizen Response training.

Rooted in core Christian values of compassion, service, and stewardship, we are driven by a heartfelt commitment to protect and serve others, inspired by our founders' experiences—one as a United States Marine and the other as a Registered Nurse.

Our Marine Corps background instills discipline, leadership, and a deep sense of duty, while our RN expertise brings a profound understanding of care, crisis management, and human resilience. Together, we leverage these strengths to deliver exceptional training, with a particular emphasis on our ALERRT Train-the-Trainer certification—a nationally recognized, research-based program trusted by law enforcement and civilians alike for its rigorous standards and proven effectiveness in preparing individuals to respond to critical incidents.

We are passionate about serving our community by offering this training at no cost to churches and daycare facilities, ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent access to essential preparedness education. Our initial goal is to educate as many local organizations as possible, fostering safer environments where faith and care thrive. At Grace & Grit Defense Academy, we believe that serving others is a calling, and we are dedicated to building stronger, more resilient communities through education, empowerment, and unwavering commitment to the greater good.

Meet Our Founders

U.S. Marine Veteran
Combat Experience • Leadership Training • ALERRT Certified
Brings military discipline, tactical expertise, and proven leadership under pressure. Specialized in threat assessment and rapid response protocols.
Registered Nurse
Emergency Medicine • Crisis Management • Trauma Care
Provides medical expertise, crisis care knowledge, and deep understanding of human resilience in emergency situations.

Critical Threat Statistics

Real data from FBI and DHS sources highlighting the urgent need for community preparedness and immediate response training

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Active Shooter Incidents (2021)
FBI Active Shooter Report
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% End Before Police Arrive
DHS Emergency Response Data
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Total Casualties (2021)
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting
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% Increase Since 2017
FBI Trend Analysis
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Religious Facility Attacks (2021)
FBI Hate Crime Statistics
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Educational Facility Incidents
K-12 School Shooting Database

Professional Training Programs

Evidence-based response strategies developed by law enforcement and security experts, adapted for faith-based communities

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A.L.E.R.R.T.

Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training - The gold standard for active threat response, developed by Texas State University and adopted nationwide by law enforcement agencies.

  • Nationally recognized certification
  • Research-based methodologies
  • Law enforcement approved
  • Proven effectiveness in real scenarios
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C.R.A.S.E.

Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events - Comprehensive training program teaching civilians how to respond during the critical minutes before law enforcement arrives.

  • Civilian-focused approach
  • Practical response techniques
  • Stress inoculation training
  • Community-based solutions
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Avoid, Deny, Defend

Simple, proven three-step strategy for surviving active threats. Easy to remember under stress and applicable to any dangerous situation requiring immediate response.

  • Simple three-step process
  • Easy to remember under stress
  • Universally applicable
  • Immediate implementation
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Why Choose Grace & Grit?

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Completely Free

No cost to churches and daycare centers. We believe financial barriers should never prevent access to life-saving training.

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ALERRT Certified

Train-the-Trainer certification ensures the highest standards of instruction and proven methodologies.

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Faith-Based Approach

Training rooted in Christian values of compassion, service, and stewardship while maintaining professional standards.

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Military Precision

Marine Corps discipline and leadership experience ensures thorough, professional, and effective training delivery.

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Medical Expertise

Registered Nurse background provides critical medical response knowledge and crisis management skills.

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Community Focused

Dedicated to building stronger, more resilient communities through education and empowerment.

Community Impact Stories

Real testimonials from churches and daycare centers we've trained across our community

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"The ALERRT training gave our security team the confidence and clarity to respond effectively. The scenarios were realistic and the instructors' military background showed in every detail. It's a game-changer for community safety."

Pastor Michael Rodriguez First Baptist Church, Austin TX
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"CRASE taught us how to act, not freeze. The medical response training was invaluable - our nurse founder's expertise really showed. Every church should have this training before they need it."

Sarah Johnson, RN Little Lambs Daycare Director
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"Grace & Grit's approach combines professional expertise with genuine care for our community. The Marine discipline and nursing compassion create the perfect training environment. Highly recommended."

David Martinez Security Team Leader, Cornerstone Church
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"The training was thorough yet accessible. Our entire staff felt prepared and confident after the session. The Christian foundation made it feel like family teaching family."

Rebecca Thompson Grace Community Daycare
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"Outstanding training that doesn't compromise on quality despite being free. The founders' dedication to serving the community is evident in every aspect of their program."

Pastor James Wilson New Hope Fellowship
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"The combination of tactical knowledge and medical expertise is unmatched. Our team learned not just how to respond, but how to care for others in crisis situations."

Maria Gonzalez St. Mary's Children's Center

Ready to Protect Your Community?

Don't wait for tragedy to strike. Schedule your free ALERRT training session today and give your community the tools they need to survive. Our expert instructors are standing by to serve your organization.