Give the Gift of Connection
Your gift keeps our boats moving and our community growing.
Every Gift Makes Waves
Each contribution helps us row farther, connect generations, and preserve the art of wooden boatbuilding — all in service of one goal — everyone in a boat.
Why give?
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Your gift sustains high-quality programming for people of all ages and backgrounds.
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Every donation—no matter the size—helps keep our inclusive rowing and educational programs thriving.
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As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, your donation is tax-deductible and makes a real difference.
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Your support helps fund youth rowing and boatbuilding—providing low- or no-cost opportunities for learning and growth.
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Your support helps fund youth rowing and boatbuilding—providing low- or no-cost opportunities for learning and growth.
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With your contribution, Dharma Voyage can continue welcoming and empowering every member of our community.
Support our Mission and Values
We are a 100+ member, all-volunteer organization united by a shared love for rowing, community, and the transformative power of being on the water. Every program, event, and initiative is run by dedicated volunteers — including every board member, program coordinator, and coxswain.
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Adult Community Rowing
Guides and nurtures the core community rowing program—welcoming newcomers, offering gentle, high-quality coaching, and organizing casual to adventurous rows.
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Boat Building
Oversees the hands-on boatbuilding program where volunteers mentor youth and community members in crafting seaworthy wooden boats from the keel up.
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Race Training
Manages and coaches the Race Training Program, which welcomes adult rowers of all fitness levels—focusing on inclusion, technique, camaraderie, and opportunities to compete regionally
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Westport River Regatta
Coordinates every step of the annual Regatta—from logistics, registration, sponsorships, swag, food, venue planning, to timing, music, prizes, and post-event follow-up.
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Youth Rowing Program
In partnership with Westport Recreation, this summer program for students entering grades 6–11 teaches rowing, navigation, water safety, coxing, and teamwork—building confidence, leadership, and lasting community ties.
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Special Events
Plans and runs unique seasonal rows like the July 4th Row, Moonlight Rows, “Head of Westport” or “Row to the Let”, adding memorable experiences to the rowing season.
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Fundraising
Drives fundraising efforts to support no-cost youth educational programs, building community support and financial sustainability.
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Special Rows
Organizes excursion-style rows—like ROW (Recovery on the Water), a supportive rowing program for individuals whose lives have been touched by cancer—combining adventure, community, and tradition.
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Scheduling
Oversees all row scheduling using Sign-Up Genius, maintaining fair and efficient access to rows and coordinating coxswain and boat assignments.
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Coxswains
Trains and manages coxswains who steer the boats, arrive early to prepare docks and boats, and support about 15 rows per week during our active 6-month season.
