Fuel the
Second Wind
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.
Prefer to donate by check?
Checks can be made payable to “Skiff Sailing Foundation”
For security reasons, please email me at Lauren@secondwindracing.com
for a mailing address.
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
$1,000–$2,500 – Provides world-class coaching at key events
$500–$2,500 – Covers flights, lodging, and meals for major national and international regattas
$650–$750 – 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.
Thank you, sponsors:
Thank you to our sponsors who help get Lauren to the race line. Contributions make it possible for her to pursue this life-long dream.
Corporate Sponsorship
Are you a brand that champions resilience, reinvention, and high performance?
I’m seeking partners who believe in:
Women’s empowerment
Outdoor and active lifestyles
Athletic performance
Family-forward values
Creativity, courage, and chasing big dreams
Partnership opportunities include:
Logo placement on boat, sail, or gear
Branded content campaigns
Speaking appearances
Social amplification
Community events
Regatta storytelling and behind-the-scenes content
Long-term brand ambassador roles
Together, we can build a meaningful partnership that inspires — on the water, online, and on the road to LA 2028.