2025 Annual Appeal 

Help every day become a Giving Tuesday! Your donations will help to inspire the next generation of sailors, scientists, and stewards of the sea.

Sponsor A Veteran $125

Each donation pays for a sailor to participate in our Veterans On Water (V.O.W.) program. Combining the challenge of seamanship with the serenity of being on the water, this free program is offered as a therapeutic outlet for our community of veterans.

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Sponsor our Accessible Sailing Program $250

Each donation pays for a sailor to participate in our ZigZag: Adaptive Sailing program. Designed for children, adolescents, and adults with physical, sensory, intellectual, and/or mental health disabilities, this free program ensures that sailing is a sport everyone can enjoy.

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Sponsor a Student $500

Help children of all ages and abilities fall in love with the sport of sailing and marine science. Each donation is a scholarship that subsidize program fees for Youth Summer Programs at The WaterFront Center on a need basis for underprivileged families.

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Sponsor a Field Trip $1,000

Help us provide more marine science field trips to Oyster Bay for schools from underserved communities. Each donation provides critical funding to subsidize programming costs and transportation fees.

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Empower Lives Through Water: Support the WaterFront Center's Mission

The WaterFront Center provides a variety of programs and activities that engage people with the water through educational and recreational experiences, with over 15,000 individuals safely participating annually.


Our Annual Appeal is instrumental in our achievements, allowing us to provide affordable and free access to marine ecology education and recreational activities. Historically, your donations contribute 25-30% of our budget, emphasizing your crucial role in our journey. Your support can make a tangible difference in the lives of countless individuals, ensuring the continued growth and success of our programs.