Support the Journey
This campaign isn’t backed by a federation—it’s powered by people.
Every donation helps fuel a multi-year Olympic pathway, covering the real costs of elite ILCA 6 competition: race entries, charter boats, coaching, international travel, and performance-critical gear. Your support allows me to show up prepared, equipped, and competitive at the highest level — from national qualifiers to international Olympic-pathway regattas.
A second wind is powerful. A community-fueled one is unstoppable.
Why it matters
At this level, sailing is about more than grit on the water — it’s about having the tools, coaching, preparation, and resources to compete against the world’s best. From chartering boats overseas to hiring a coach for race analysis, every detail matters.
Every contribution — whether it’s $50 or $5,000 — directly impacts my ability to train, travel, and compete. This campaign is fully athlete-driven, and all expenses are validated and approved through the Skiff Sailing Foundation, ensuring accountability, transparency, and responsible use of every dollar.
When you give, you’re not just supporting a sailor.
You’re supporting a dream, a comeback, and a story that inspires others to chase their own second wind.
Support the Dream
Donations are tax-deductible and managed through the Skiff Sailing Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting U.S. Olympic and elite sailing.
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Where Your Donation Goes
Every dollar directly fuels performance — never family travel — and helps me prepare for Olympic Trials by covering essential competitive needs:
$200–$500 – Covers a regatta entry fee
$1,000–$1,800 – Charters a boat for an international event
$2,500–$8,000 – Provides world-class coaching at key events ($250-$800 per day + travel & lodging costs + coach boat charter)
$1,000–$5,000 – Covers flights, lodging, and meals for major national and international regattas
$800 – Funds a new ILCA 6 sail (replaced every 2–3 regattas)
$300–$800 – Upgrades essential gear: compass, tiller, rudder, dolly wheels, waterproof clothing, safety equipment
Every contribution matters.
Your support moves me closer to the starting line — confident, prepared, and ready to compete at the highest level.
