Support the future of maritime craft, education & access
Your support keeps a working boatyard alive - creating hands-on learning, career pathways, and access to the water for people of all ages
Why your support matters
Spaulding Boatworks is part of Spaulding Marine Center — a living museum, working boatyard, and educational hub dedicated to preserving maritime heritage and passing traditional skills to the next generation. There are many ways to support this mission, and every contribution — financial, in-kind, or hands-on — helps keep the shop active, the boats sailing, and the community engaged.
Ways to give
Give Monthly
Join a community of sustaining donors who provide steady, year-round support for Spaulding’s programs. Monthly gifts are one of the most effective ways to strengthen Spaulding’s long-term stability while making giving easy and flexible for you.
Volunteer
Become a part of Spaulding’s maritime community. Whether you’re supporting education programs, instructing our apprentices, or helping at events, getting involved at Spaulding offers a chance to learn, contribute, and connect other maritime enthusiasts.
Hank Easom Endowment Fund
Make a lasting investment in Spaulding’s future. Contributions to the Hand Easom Endowment Fund are permanently invested, generating ongoing support that extends your impact well beyond today.
Donor Advised Funds
Recommend a grant to Spaulding Marine Center through your donor-advised fund. DAF gifts are a simple and tax-efficient way to support Spaulding’s mission while aligning with your broader charitable giving strategy.
Gifts of stock
Donating stock, bonds or mutual fund shares is a great way to support Spaulding’s programs. Making a gift of securities is simple and offers significant financial benefits.
Charitable Gift Annuities
Create a gift that supports Spaulding while providing income for yourself or a loved one. Charitable gift annuities offer a way to make a lasting contribution while receiving fixed payments for life.
Qualified Charitable Distributions/IRA Gifts
If you are age 70½ or older, you can make a tax-efficient gift directly from your IRA. Qualified charitable distributions can satisfy required minimum distributions while supporting Spaulding’s mission.
Planned Giving
Leave a legacy that reflects your values. Planned gifts, including bequests and beneficiary designations, help ensure Spaulding’s work continues for generations to come.
Workplace giving
Multiply your impact through workplace giving or employer matching programs. Many employers offer charitable giving benefits that can increase the value of your gift to Spaulding at no additional cost to you.
corporate sponsorships
Partner with Spaulding Marine Center through corporate sponsorship. These partnerships support education, preservation, and workforce development, while offering meaningful visibility and engagement opportunities for businesses.
In-Kind Gifts
Support Spaulding by donating goods, materials, or professional services. In-kind gifts help keep the shop equipped, the library stocked, and programs running efficiently.
Freda sustainability fund
Support the restoration and long-term care of Freda, the oldest wooden sailing yacht actively sailed on the West Coast. Contributions will ensure this historic vessel is restored, maintained, and ready to serve the community.