Second Chance Forge
Second Chance Forge
FORGING COMMUNITY CONNECTION
Join us for a transformative experience
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Discover What We Provide
Second Chance Forge is dedicated to fostering a sense of community and well-being among military personnel and first responders. Initially open only to this audience, classes are now available to the public. Through our mobile trailer we offer event and class sign-ups in your community. This site provides a photo gallery, social media links, a centralized event calendar with payment options, and a donation portal as a non-profit organization.
Blacksmithing is an ancient art that creates unique and useful objects as well as a sense of purpose and presence in the artist.
Classes
Learn and Grow
Our classes provide a unique learning opportunity for individuals interested in blacksmithing and forging. Discover the art of metalwork in a supportive and engaging environment that promotes skill development and creativity.
All standard classes are paired with step-by-step instructions in video or text format.
Events
Join Exciting Activities
Experience our diverse events and classes designed to bring people together and support mental well-being. From hands-on workshops to community gatherings, there's something for everyone looking to connect and create.
All upcoming events are listed below.
Donate
Support Our Cause
Your donations play a crucial role in sustaining our mission to enhance mental well-being and build a strong community. Every contribution helps us continue offering valuable programs and services to those who serve our country.
EVENTS
The story behind the forge
Steel objects get used up, especially when they are in highly stressful “jobs.” When they are too worn out to perform that role or when they break, they are often discarded and never thought of again. But they can be reforged into different things with a new purpose, able to function again in a different role.
As a disabled veteran, I found this process to translate directly to my own life as I transitioned to a world where combat skills are no longer useful. Also, learning a new skill in addition to the science of metallurgy broke me free from my numbness to the world as I discovered a new passion. Blacksmithing helped me find purpose in the civilian world and 2CF presents that opportunity to others like me.
For steel and people, there is always a second chance.
The mission:
Second Chance Forge provides free classes for active duty military and military veterans as well as first responders to learn blacksmithing skills. The target audience for Second Chance Forge is veterans or active duty of the armed forces and their families.
Growth has allowed these services to be available to community at large! If you are interested in classes, feel free to ask.
Preferred clients have experienced PTSD, anxiety, depression, or have reduced social interactions. Clients also must be physically capable of using a hammer.
Contact
123-456-7890