ST PETERSBURG SAILING FOUNDATION INC

Programs

1. The st. Petersburg sailing foundation is a nonprofit organization rooted in the belief that sailing should be accessible, rewarding, and community driven. We invest in people first, supporting youth and adults through inclusive programs that build skills, confidence, and a lifelong connection to sailing.our mission goes beyond racing. We are committed to building a stronger, more inclusive sailing community. Through grants, scholarships, and partnerships, we help remove barriers to entry and ensure more people have the opportunity to learn, compete, and thrive in the sport we lovefor a season, a lifetime, or even a future career on the water.

   $12,926 spent

2. Racing development: we support sailors of all ages and skill levels through financial assistance, training programs, and hands-on development opportunities - whether you're just getting started, returning to the sport, or aiming for the olympic podium. Our youth programs focus on building foundational and advanced skills through opti sailing (green fleet and rwb), ilca training, high school 420 sailing, and keelboat development. For adults, we offer support for team racing, match racing, and race committee training, all with an emphasis on expanding racing expertise and community leadership. We also provide individual grants to help sailors compete at the highest levels - supporting opti camps, ilca campaigns, olympic efforts, and other national and international events.

   $2,000 spent

3. Community sailing: we're committed to making sailing more accessible and inclusive by supporting community-focused programs, financial assistance, and outreach efforts that connect individuals and organizations throughout the tampa bay area - on and off the water. Through partnerships with local nonprofits, veteran groups, and adaptive sailing programs, we help expand access to the water for individuals and organizations who might not otherwise have the opportunity. Our adult sailing courses range from beginner-level instruction to advanced race training, with an emphasis on needs-based financial assistance for those seeking to build confidence and skills on the water. We also offer youth scholarships and grants to support participation in summer camps and instructional programs at the spyc sailing center, helping ensure that financial barriers never stand in the way of a young sailor's journey.

   $0 spent

The 3 programs described on its FY2024 Form 990-PF.