Oregon Youth Sailing Foundation (OYSF) has once again teamed up with Willamette Sailing Club (WSC) on our Sustainable Sailing Campaign for junior fleet development throughout the state. The beginner fleet for ages 6-12 at Willamette Sailing Club is in dire need of an upgrade and expansion.
Our goal is to raise $15,000 for the purchase of six SailCube dinghies to bring WSC’s fleet up to a total of twelve. Until now, WSC has been running beginner classes for its youngest sailors in a combination of reliable SailCubes and aged Optimists. The mismatched fleet, in both style and age, is a problem for coaches and students as it leads to inconsistent performance and confusing instruction. This impacts the overall success of WSC programming. Additionally, the Eugene Yacht Club is starting an Opti program in 2021 and has committed to buying WSC’s older boats for a fair price. If we act now, both programs will expand and improve.
2020 was a difficult year and the need for this improvement is immediate. Every dollar counts, and if we can place the order for these six SailCube dinghies by December 31st, we’ll get a $1,000 discount from the manufacturer!
We understand firsthand the challenges faced in 2020, but if you are in a position to support this project, your help is needed and your generosity will be truly appreciated. Without the assistance of community-minded donors like you, we wouldn’t be able to do what we do. Thank you in advance for all YOU do for youth sailing!
Make a Tax-Deductible DONATION NOW @
www.OregonYouthSailing.org/giving
Or Send a Check to:
Oregon Youth Sailing Foundation
4418 SE Henderson St.
Portland, OR 97206
Make sure to leave a note saying your donation is for the Sustainable Sailing Campaign.
As always, we thank you!
Did you know that the CARES Act allows for an additional deduction for charitable gifts up to $300? If you are not itemizing on your 2020 taxes, you can claim this new deduction.
