BlueFuture encompasses West Marine’s company-wide efforts to do what we can to make the world a better place; focusing on Sustainability in all its forms, protecting and improving marine environments, assisting in communities where we live and work, and helping bring the passion for boating to more people. Blue Future also expresses our commitment to the environment, to marine habitats and to the sport we love.
As part of our Blue Future initiatives, we offer both Grants and Sponsorships at West Marine. Please see below information regarding the programs available, with application and critical deadline information.
For any questions email us at grantsandsponsorships@westmarine.com
Youth Boating Grants
Children are both the future of boating and, potentially its greatest beneficiaries as experiences in boating teach many life skills. As boaters, we encourage youth to enjoy boating as a recreational activity that's both fun and educational, and we have made youth boating a primary focus of our grants and sponsorship programs. Boating can teach crucial life lessons ranging from responsibility and sportsmanship to the pleasures of being outdoors and the need to take care of our precious environment.
We offer a Youth Boating Grant for non-profit boating organizations that serve youth. The grant offers up to $500 to qualified organizations, based on the number of youth they serve. Critical dates and deadlines are listed below.
To get started, download the Youth Boating Grant Application below, fill it out, and send it to the West Marine Grants Department. To those of you who are involved in youth boating, West Marine appreciates the contribution you make to our youth and our sport!
The critical dates for this grant are:
| Applications Open |
Applications Close |
Decision(s) |
Award Announcement |
| Jan. 1, 2013 |
June 1, 2013 |
Ongoing |
All grants processed by Dec. 1, 2013 |
2013 Youth Boating Grant Application
Marine Conservation Grants
The 2013 Marine Conservation Grants are focused on projects that enhance fish populations including: (1) engaging anglers in data collection, (2) enhancing marine habitats, and (3) educating anglers about barotrauma. We believe that all recreational fishing groups and marine conservation groups that put our marine resources first need to work together for their common goals, to collaborate for healthy fishing environments.
The critical dates for this grant are:
| Applications Open |
Applications Close |
Decision(s) |
Award Announcement |
| March 6, 2013 |
May 1, 2013 |
May 30, 2013 |
June 8, 2013 |
2013 MCAT Grant Information and Guidelines
2013 Marine Conservation Grant Application
Sponsorships
Thank you for thinking of West Marine. Our Sponsorship program is closed for 2013, please check back in January of 2014 for updates and application materials.
With stores in more cities and towns across the country than any other marine business, we are privileged to partner through our sponsorship program with many wonderful community organizations. West Marine Sponsorships processes hundreds of applications each year and are committed to supporting the communities that encourage boating participation, fishing catch and release tournaments, and safe boating so that future generations will be able to enjoy our beautiful waterways.
We wish you success with your event this year and in the future!
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