AYCF EVENTS
CHAMPIONS OF CHANGE PARTY
JANUARY 10, 2025 | HOSTED AT A PRIVATE HOME IN ANNAPOLIS
AYCF Board members, committee chairs, and distinguished guests gathered at the Roesch residence to celebrate the successful completion of the first upwind leg of the AYC Foundation Velocity Campaign. More than $1M was raised in the first year of the five-year campaign and Commodore Chris Bell was on hand to express his gratitude to Maggie Roesch for “inspiring the AYC Foundation to think bigger than ever before" and to thank the "Champions of Change" who filled the room. He shared these statistics:
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280 distinct contributors
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$50K was the largest donation [aside from the Roesch $500K], $5 was the smallest amount
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40 couples donated $5K+ (77% of the total)
AYCF FETE & AUCTION
MARCH 14, 2025 | 6-9PM | AYC SKIPJACK
An unforgettable evening of fun and philanthropy was enjoyed by many at the AYC Foundation Fête & Auction, where we celebrated our mission with live music, gourmet hors d’oeuvres, and the opportunity to meet some of the region’s most inspirational sailors. Attendees directly fueled the AYC Foundation’s mission and important work in our community! Check out the full story here.
ESPECIALLY FOR KIDS!
MARCH 14, 2025 | 4-5PM | AYC SKIPJACK
Junior Sailors ages 9-29 and their coaches from all over the Mid-Chesapeake Bay came out to this free networking and sailing event to hear panelists share their stories. Lemonade, tasty treats and opportunities to win cool stuff made this an especially fun afternoon for all! Check out the full story here.
FRIENDS & FAMILY EVENT
AUGUST 19, 2025 | 5:30-7:30PM | AYC SAILING CENTER
The AYC Foundation Board, along with its generous donors and inspiring grant recipients, enjoyed an unforgettable late summer evening dedicated to celebrating the impact that is being made in the community. Attendees heard firsthand accounts from those whose lives have been transformed by the support of the Foundation and how their contributions are making a tangible difference in the lives of their neighbors. Check out the full report here.
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