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YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP
Sailing is a unique experience, a life-changing opportunity and, for many, a lifestyle. AYCF focuses on providing access to the water for those in our community. First-hand knowledge of the Chesapeake Bay leads to greater awareness of the Bay, important self-development, team building, and an awareness of community. AYCF supports education programs throughout the mid-Chesapeake Bay area that encourage widespread participation through the incentive of scholarships.
MARITIME ORGANIZATION GRANT
The resources of the Chesapeake Bay, the world’s largest estuary, are a privilege and a responsibility to all those living within the Bay’s watershed. Increased exposure to the Chesapeake Bay enables us all to share in the bounties of the Bay. Increased awareness of the Bay’s maritime heritage, economic importance, and environmental fragility empowers us all to become better stewards of the treasure in our backyard.
COMPETITION SAILING GRANT
Talented local amateur sailors who develop their skills to the point that they are qualifying for National and International events are eligible to apply for merit-based Competition Sailing Grants. Budgets that require travel, boat charter, housing, coaching, registrations and other such expenses can discourage participation. A grant from the AYCF could make the difference and provide both a life-changing opportunity for the sailor and more representation from the Annapolis area.
HIGH PERFORMANCE FUND GRANTS
It's a costly road to the Olympics and aspiring US Olympic sailors must rely on external fundraising efforts. US sailors are competing against international sailors, many whom are nationally funded—for training, logistics, and gear. Our sailors need support to get to the Olympic level and compete once there.
The High Performance Fund will support amateur member and non-members living in the greater Annapolis area who are training to compete in one of the following categories and meet the selection criteria established by an evaluation committee:
Olympic and Paralympic sailors
Sailors competing in other high-performance classes and championship regattas
Sailors competing in offshore programs
Sailors competing for America’s Cup Women’s & Youth Teams
Donors wishing to contribute to The High Performance Fund will donate to the AYC Foundation, an established 501(c)(3). Donors may designate The High Performance Fund with their donation but AYCF cannot accept donations designated to a specific athlete.