Every child deserves the opportunity to discover what they're capable of. At the Anguilla Youth Sailing Club, we believe sailing is one way to make that happen.

For more than 20 years, the Anguilla Youth Sailing Club (AYSC) has been teaching young people the sport of sailing, while using the ocean as a classroom to develop confidence, independence, discipline, and leadership. Beyond learning to sail, children discover the importance of teamwork, responsibility, perseverance, and respect for the environment.

For a small island like Anguilla, the sea is an important part of who we are. Sailing connects our young people to our maritime heritage, our traditions, and our national sport of boat racing. We believe that by giving children the opportunity to experience the ocean, we're helping preserve an important part of our culture while preparing them for the opportunities and challenges they will face in the future.

A Proven Impact

Since our establishment in 2003, we have introduced more than 1,000 children to sailing in the waters surrounding Anguilla. We're incredibly proud of what many of those children have gone on to accomplish.

Today, our former students are attending universities, establishing independent businesses, and contributing to Anguilla's maritime and tourism industries. Many have continued their passion for sailing into adulthood, becoming captains and crew aboard Anguilla's traditional Class A and B racing boats, with some even going on to compete internationally.

How Your Donation Makes a Difference

As a nonprofit organization, we rely on the generosity of individuals, businesses, and supporters who believe in the importance of youth development. Your contributions help us keep sailing accessible, provide opportunities for children from families who may not otherwise be able to afford it, and ensure we have the resources to continue delivering quality instruction.

There are two ways you can support our mission:

1. STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Help us ensure that financial circumstances never prevent a child from experiencing the benefits of sailing.

• GOLD – $1,200: Sponsor a child for an entire year, including our after-school sailing program, 2-week Summer Camp, and 4-week Winter Camp.

• SILVER – $600: Sponsor a child for a full year of our after-school sailing program.

• BRONZE – Any Amount: Every contribution makes a difference. Whether it's $25, $50, or $100, your donation helps us reach more children and provide opportunities that might otherwise be out of reach.

2. OPERATIONAL SUPPORT

Behind every successful sailing program is a dedicated team of instructors, a fleet of boats, and a place for children to learn and grow.

Contributions to our Operational Fund help cover instructor compensation, boat maintenance and repairs, sailing equipment, safety gear, and the everyday costs of keeping our programs running.

Supporting AYSC Through APANY – Tax-Deductible Donations

We are proud to partner with the Anguilla Progressive Association of New York (APANY), a US-registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization, to help facilitate support for our programs.

Through this partnership, eligible US donors can make contributions through APANY that may qualify as tax-deductible charitable donations under applicable US tax laws.

Invest in our youth. Preserve our heritage. Help shape our future.

Whether you choose to sponsor a student, contribute towards our operations, or share our campaign with others, you're helping create opportunities that can last a lifetime.

Today's Young Sailors Are Tomorrow's Leaders!

Visit AnguillaYouthSailing.com to learn more about our programs and follow us on Facebook to see what we're doing in the community.