Celebrating the Best in College Sailing—And You’re Helping Make it Happen

College Sailing Nationals is a highlight of the year—and a defining moment in the journey of so many talented student-athletes. Over eight days of intense competition, sailors brought passion, precision, and team spirit to the water for this year’s event. For many, it was the culmination of years of dedication. For others, it was just the beginning.…Read More

Your support “Reaches” local community sailing centers!

Ten sailing centers receive grants to implement US Sailing's Reach Initiative, thanks to you! Thanks to support from Rolex and US Sailing donors like you, ten sailing centers have been awarded grants to grow youth sailing through STEM and environmental education with US Sailing’s Reach Initiative! Each center now has funds and resources to further…Read More

New scholarship fund launches

You can break down barriers for those who want to sail. You spoke, we listened! In direct response to conversations with members, coaches, sailors, and program directors across the country, a new scholarship fund has been created at US Sailing. This new initiative will enable more people to participate in US Sailing courses and events.…Read More

You’ve helped top youth racers make the cut!

Introducing the inaugural US Youth National Team As part of the new pathway for sailors with Olympic aspirations, US Sailing has named the first Youth National Team. The team is comprised of sailors under the age of 19 who compete in the 29er, i420, Nacra 15, ILCA 6, iQFOiL, and Formula Kite. Your support helps…Read More

And the winners are…

Storrs Grants fund the future of Match Racing “Since jumping into match racing as a team last year, we’ve loved the intense 1:1 format, the strategy, and how little room there is for error,” said Lindsey Baab, who is working towards qualifying for this year’s National Match Racing Championships (USMRC). Thanks to generous donor support,…Read More

Match Racing Grants Fund the Future

Storrs Fund gives post-collegiate sailors a new path in competitive sailing…   “I was relieved, honored, and excited to get the Storrs grant! It helped me set a new goal of becoming a Top 10 world-ranked women's match racer (hopefully soon to be number 1).” You can feel the enthusiasm in Caroline Bayless’s words. And…Read More

At US Sailing, safety is in our mission. And your generosity helps make safety happen.

  Two incidents this summer – which could have turned into tragedies on the water – highlight the importance of sailor preparedness and the impact of your support. Less than 48 hours after the start of the 2024 Newport Bermuda Race, the J/122 Alliance started taking on water. In the wee hours of the morning, the…Read More

You’re helping kids around the country learn STEM through sailing

From wind speed to ocean ecology, your support teaches lessons for life.                   This summer, ten sailing centers around the country received grants from US Sailing to implement the Reach Initiative. Your generosity and support from Rolex make these annual grants possible. Because of you, children are learning…Read More

You helped the next generation reach the podium!

Youth Team shines at 2024 World Championships   The results at the 2024 Youth Sailing World Championships are a testament to the power of your support. In beautiful Lake Garda, Italy, the next generation of America’s top competitive sailors excelled against challengers from more than 70 other countries. And their results should make you proud.…Read More

July 2024 Donor Impact Newsletter

Your New Donor Impact Report is here!Read More