About

Eastport Yacht Club Foundation [EYCF] is an independent corporation established to carry out the philanthropic goals of the Eastport Yacht Club [EYC]. The Foundation  works closely with the Yacht Club to raise funds for specific community programs, such as the EYCF Oyster Kids Program and our newest educational program, MAritime Skills Training [MAST] program. Both programs provide an awareness and understanding of the Chesapeake Bay and related maritime business.

EYC Foundation also provides financial support and leadership training through grants to partner organizations and individual scholarships to programs that meet our mission.

Our Mission

EYCF promotes participation in boating, education in the marine trades and environmental awareness through collaborative programming, fundraising, and community partnerships.

The EYC Foundation’s Vision:

The primary mission of the foundation is to develop, execute and supervise programs that target the youth market and encompass the Foundation’s vision.  The Foundation aggressively pursues and subsequently provides finding for such programs that support this vision.  A few of the programs are highlighted below...

• Educate and provide an appreciation for the Chesapeake Bay and the available recreational and commercial maritime opportunities that exist. Oyster Kids and Learn to Sail
• Education and training in the recreational and commercial boat repair industry.  MAST, Build a Boat and Annapolis Community Boating partnership.

Funding

Obtaining adequate funding for these programs is of critical importance in meeting the Foundation’s mission.  We rely on individual donations and significant  contributions from companies and  organizations.  All of these necessary funds are solicited by volunteer members of the Foundation through presentations and the writing of Grants.

The EYCF initiatives are managed and coordinated by a Volunteer Board who donates their time, energy, experience and resources to fulfil the EYCF mission.