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Keep The WaterFront Center Afloat!
The WaterFront Center provides engaging, hands-on education and recreation programs to over 15,000 people each year. Thanks to our generous donors, we’ve built a sustainable organization that continues to serve our community and inspire a love for the water.
Your support is essential—donations historically make up 25-30% of our budget, enabling us to provide affordable and free access to marine ecology programs, sailing, and environmental education.
Join us in keeping The WaterFront Center buoyant and thriving. Make a gift today and help us continue making waves in our community!
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The WaterFront Center takes donations online with Credit Cards, PayPal and Venmo.
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Call us today to make a donation or to ask any questions you might want to ask about The WaterFront Center.
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Celebrate 25 Years of Impact with Us!
For 25 years, The WaterFront Center has been a cornerstone of education and recreation on the water, fostering meaningful connections and creating lasting memories. As we celebrate this milestone, we invite you to be part of our journey forward.
Season Sponsors play a vital role in helping us expand our reach, offering more opportunities to engage with our community on a monthly and even weekly basis throughout the year. Your support ensures that The WaterFront Center can continue to provide affordable and free programs while delivering on our mission of connecting people to the water.
Join us in making the next 25 years even more impactful!
Our 25th Anniversary Edition of The LOG is out!
The LOG is The WaterFront Center’s signature fundraiser, celebrating 25 years of connecting people to the water. This special edition will feature stories of adventure, interactive games, and activities focused on the environment, sailing, and the rich maritime history of Oyster Bay. Throughout The LOG, we showcase artwork from children and teens, capturing their unique experiences on and around the water.
📩 To Donate:
Please let us know a brief description of who you are and the item you'd like to contribute.
Support Our 25th Anniversary Auction!
We are currently collecting new items, gift certificates, vacation stays, and more for our upcoming events! Your donation will directly support The WaterFront Center’s mission of providing affordable and free access to marine education and recreation for our community.
Your Support Comes with Perks!
By donating to The WaterFront Center’s auction, you’ll receive:
✅ Recognition online—your name or website will be listed alongside your donated item.
✅ Promotion of your business or service—featured in email communications and social media posts.
✅ A heartfelt thank you from our team and the thousands who benefit from our programs!
Your generosity makes a real difference, and we truly appreciate your support.
🌊 Thank you for helping us make waves in our 25th year! 🌊
The WaterFront Center’s 25th Anniversary Benefit
Celebrating a Quarter-Century of Impact
Date: September 19, 2025
Location: The Wooden Boat Shop (Building J), West End Ave, Oyster Bay, NY.
Super Fun Cocktail Party in a Salty Setting
Auctions & Live Music by John Schwartzberg
Join us for an unforgettable evening in the historic Wooden Boat Shop (Building J) on Oyster Bay’s western waterfront. This is where the IDA MAY was built, and the oyster sloop CHRISTEEN was restored. We will honor Fritz Coudert, founder of The WaterFront Center, and others who created this wonderful organization.
This special evening will feature a celebration of our achievements, a vision for the future, and the opportunity to raise vital funds to ensure our programs remain accessible for the next 25 years. Let’s raise a glass, raise awareness, and raise support to connect people to the water through education and recreation for generations to come!