VetsBoats Foundation

10/13/2026

$100
That's roughly what it costs to put one veteran on the water for a day — fuel, safety gear, crew, lunch, the whole thing.

By the end of this year, 1,000 veterans will have sailed with us. Every one of those days free to the veteran.

One table at the November 11 gala keeps that going.
Tickets and sponsorships are available here:

An Evening of Leadership, Patriotism, and Purpose.

10/12/2026

On Saturday we hosted an incredibly special event. Marines from Delta and Echo Companies, 1st Recon Battalion reunited for an afternoon on the water, watching the Blue Angels from that incredible vantage point. That evening they gathered for dinner at Chesty’s in the Marine's Memorial Club. Many of these men hadn’t seen each other in over 50 years! It was an honor to help them come together! Here are a few photos. We’ll put a dedicated album up soon.

10/09/2026

It’s Fleet Week🇺🇸
On Wednesday we hosted Active Duty Navy and Veterans from VFW Post 75, ensuring they could enjoy festivities on the water.
Thank you to Wylie Charters and San Francisco Bay Ferry for working with us to make this day possible!

10/08/2026

Thank you, Liam Mayclem . Follow our prestigious Auctioneer’s advice and get your tickets for our upcoming gala in support of our veterans.
Click the gala link in our bio.

10/08/2026

Thank you, Liam.
Follow our prestigious Auctioneer’s advice and get your tickets for our upcoming gala in support of our veterans.
Click bit.ly/vetsboatsgala2026

10/07/2026

What does a day on the Bay actually do?

We ask every participant.
88% report a positive shift in mental well-being.
90% feel a sense of camaraderie and belonging with other veterans.
84% say it improves their confidence and resilience.

And 93 cents of every dollar goes directly to programs and veteran services.

The November 11 Veterans Day Gala funds a full year of these days. Click to get your tickets or become a sponsor: bit.ly/vetsboatsgala2026

10/05/2026

Support Vietnam War Marines Reunion for Fleet Week

Next Saturday, October 10, VetsBoats will host the Marines of Delta and Echo Companies, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, for an afternoon on San Francisco Bay during Fleet Week.

Many of these men have not seen one another in years. Our host, Darren Walton, USMC, author of Di Di Mau, has worked for months to bring them back together. VetsBoats is proud to give them a day on the water to do it.

How you can help -

VetsBoats is covering the cost of the sail and the reunion dinner so that no Marine is kept away by cost. A gift of any size helps us reach that goal before the group arrives next weekend. Please give here https://app.betterunite.com/vetsboats-1stmarinereconbattalionfleetweekreuniondeltaechocompanies

10/01/2026

Thank you to Bank of America's Military Services Support Group for supporting our upcoming Gala.

09/30/2026

Thank you, Paralyzed Veterans of America Bay Area & Western Chapter. We’re honored to serve the veterans you represent.
Your continued support of our program is greatly appreciated.

09/28/2026

We're proud to welcome Admiral John Michael Richardson, U.S. Navy (Ret.), the 31st Chief of Naval Operations, as Guest of Honor at the VetsBoats Veterans Day Gala.

November 11 • St. Francis Yacht Club • Black tie

With Honorary Chairman Vito Bialla, Emmy-winning emcee Joe Vazquez, and the Coast Guard Ceremonial Honor Guard.

Click for tickets and sponsorships: https://bit.ly/vetsboatsgala2026