Support Maine Coast
The strength of Maine Coast Rowing Association comes from the generosity and dedication of our community: members, families, alumni, and friends. Your support keeps our programs thriving, our equipment safe and reliable, and our sport accessible to everyone who wants to row.
Contribute to our annual appeal!
We have set an ambitious goal to raise $20,000 from 100 donors at any level by December 31. These funds will go directly toward upgrading our fleet, expanding the dock, and ensuring that rowing remains accessible to everyone in our community.
From annual giving to sponsoring specific initiatives, there are many ways to make a lasting impact and show your belief in MCRA’s mission.
As we look ahead , MCRA is committed to expanding our community programs, upgrading our fleet of shells, and fully funding our scholarship opportunities. Your support helps us continue sharing the sport we love, teaching teamwork, confidence, and work ethic to the next generation of rowers. As a nonprofit 501(c)(3), MCRA relies on the generosity of our community to ensure rowing thrives in Maine for years to come.
Explore the giving opportunities below to see how your generosity powers our work.
Ways to give
Online Giving
The easiest and fastest way to support us is by giving online. Click below to give online.
Checks
Checks should be made payable to Maine Coast Rowing Association and mailed to Maine Coast Rowing Association, P.O. Box 36, Brunswick, ME 04011.
Stocks, Funds, and More
If you would like to use an alternative channel such as a stock gift, a wire transfer, or a donor-advised fund, please contact us below.
Sponsorships
As the oldest intercollegiate sport in the United States and one of the modern Olympic movement’s premiere competitions, rowing is universally regarded as the “ultimate team sport,” making it perfect for companies across various categories.
The sport of rowing offers a rich history, colorful traditions, and an unparalleled reputation for demanding excellence and discipline beyond the boat and into all aspects of life. With an active youth development program in our community, your sponsorship represents a collaborative and impactful opportunity for your corporate social responsibility program.
Sponsoring MCRA can be a mutually beneficial partnership. It not only provides your business with marketing opportunities and community engagement but also supports the development of juniors and masters athletes and promotes a healthy lifestyle within our community. See our sponsorship opportunities below.
The Single - $500 Package
Benefits include:
- Each regatta season (Spring and Fall) we will feature your business twice on our social media channels; and
- Each Fall season we will have a Team T shirt featuring all our sponsors.
The Double - $1000 Package
Benefits include:
- Everything in The Single; plus
- Company logo will be featured on our website; and
- We will send you our ‘Sponsorship Packet’ consisting of a window decal and poster to showcase your business support of our organization to your staff and patrons.
The Quad - $2500 package
Benefits include:
- Everything in The Double; plus
- Company logo will be advertised at every regatta we attend in both the spring and fall seasons throughout the New England Region.
The Eight - $5000 package
Benefits include:
- Everything in The Quad; plus
- Company logo outside our boatyard located on the Bike and Pedestrian Path with tens of thousands of annual users;
- Company logo on our boat trailer; and
- Acknowledgment on MCRA Press Releases and Social Media marketing campaigns.
The Regatta - $10,000 package
Benefits include:
- Everything in The Eight; plus
- A team photograph framed with a plaque for you to display in your business location;
- Name and logo on one of our boats , which are rowed throughout New England;
- Special advertising opportunity at the Cow Island Classic regatta; and
- A corporate rowing training session with our professional coaching staff.
P.O. Box 36, Brunswick, ME 04011
mainecoast@mcrarowing.org
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