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Mika Sternberg and Josh Goldberg – Princess Sofia Regatta: Nacra 17

We are immensely proud to represent the SMBSF and deeply value the relationship we have with your team. Your support means a great deal to us as we continue building toward our long-term goals.

Alexander Aggen – CISA Clinic 2026

The clinic provided great experience for me. I don’t get to do such large events super often, so this event was paramount to my sailing journey. Thank You!
Axel Van Leeuwen – Del Rey Yacht Club – Double Handed Development Class

My favorite part of the Double Handed Development Class is getting rigged up and out on the water. I particularly like the thrill of racing!
Jacob Artof – 2026 Midwinters East – ILCA 6 at KBYC
Lucca Bethem – 2026 C420 Midwinters

My favorite part was sailing somewhere new and being around all of my friends.
Del Rey YC Racing Team goes to SailGP Long Beach 2025

Thrilled by the speed, united by the experience — a day at SailGP that brought Del Rey Yacht Club’s Racing Team closer.
Marina del Rey Anglers

The Marina Del Rey Anglers take over 500+ kids fishing every summer break in the Santa Monica Bay.
Women’s Sailing Association Race Clinic

Many thanks from the Women’s Sailing Association board and event attendees.
Matias and Maxo Rodriguez

I want to sincerely thank you for giving my boys the opportunity of a lifetime.
SMWYC Race Team 2025

Santa Monica Windjammers Yacht Club sent an all-member team to Long Beach Race Week for the 5th time in 2025. This was the first year they received funding from the Foundation.
Aiden Mobley

International 14 Worlds, Italy, 2024

Thank you for the $500 and your ongoing support. I will be using these funds to go to International 14 worlds in Italy.

— With gratitude, Aiden Mobley