VetsBoats Foundation

09/01/2026

𝐖𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐛𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐤-𝐭𝐢𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚'𝐬 𝐕𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬
Tickets, tables and sponsorships are at
https://bit.ly/vetsboatsgala2026
One night on Veterans Day underwrites a full year of no-cost programs. Every ticket, every table, every sponsorship and every paddle raised in that room becomes sail days on San Francisco Bay next season. At approximately $100 to put one Veteran on the water, a table of eight is a season of Saturdays for someone who needs one.

If November will not work, consider helping by underwriting the event. At $100 per Veteran, the arithmetic of a gift is simple and the impact is tremendous.

08/31/2026

We're honored to have our founder presenting “Restoring Purpose on Water” at the PVASummit + EXPO, based on his work at VetsBoats. This is where clinicians, researchers, and innovators come together to improve outcomes for veterans and people living with SCI/D, , and .

This work matters because VetsBoats aims to advance and advocate for independent living and recreation, employment skills and community reintegration, which feels especially meaningful as Paralyzed Veterans of America celebrates 80 years advancing Veteran healthcare.

If you’re here for the conference, let us know. Terry will be speaking on Wednesday morning. https://summitpva.org/registration

08/28/2026

The ocean doesn’t always give you calm seas. Neither does life after service.
PTSD can feel like being caught in rough water—unpredictable, exhausting, and difficult to navigate alone. But even in heavy seas, a crew can make the difference.
At VetsBoats, we use time on the water to create connection, purpose, and a place for veterans to breathe, reset, and be part of a crew again.

The waters may be rough. You don’t have to sail them alone. ⚓️🌊

08/25/2026

Have you been on the San Francisco Bay Ferry lately?
Next time you're aboard, keep an eye on their screens for a condensed version of our video ⛵ 🇺🇸

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08/24/2026

A sailboat without a destination can drift. But with a heading, even rough waters have a purpose.

For many veterans, finding purpose after service can be its own journey. At VetsBoats, we believe that time on the water, working together, and being part of a crew can help create a renewed sense of direction and connection.

The mission may change. The uniform may come off. But your purpose doesn’t have to end.

Find your purpose. Find your crew. Set your course. ⚓️🌊

08/22/2026

Sometimes, finding your direction is the first step toward finding your way forward.
At VetsBoats, we believe the water can offer more than an escape—it can offer connection, purpose, and a new bearing. Through sailing and time on the water, we create space for veterans to reconnect, reset, and move forward together.
You don’t have to navigate rough waters alone. ⚓️🌊
📩 Send us a DM to learn about upcoming sails, restoration projects, volunteer opportunities, and ways to get involved. Whether you're a veteran, family member, or supporter, we'd love to welcome you to the VetsBoats community.

08/11/2026

Healing can manifest in many ways and sometimes it starts on
the water, surrounded by people who simply understand.
At VetsBoats, we believe camaraderie is one of the most
powerful tools in overcoming the isolation of PTSD.
A shared day restoring a classic boat, swapping stories, or enjoying the quiet rhythm of the water reminds veterans that they are part of something bigger than themselves.
When purpose meets community, hope grows.
Every conversation, every project, and every voyage helps rebuild
confidence, trust, and connection.
No veteran should navigate life's rough waters alone.
DM us for information on our upcoming sails and events.
We'd love to have you join us! ⛵🍀

08/08/2026

⚓ Find Your Crew. Find Your Purpose. Join Us on the Water.
Whether you're a veteran looking for a community that understands or someone who wants to support those who served, VetsBoats invites you aboard.
Our events are more than days on the water—they're opportunities to connect, share stories, learn new skills, and experience the peace that open water can provide.
Every voyage strengthens friendships, builds confidence, and reminds us that no one has to navigate life's challenges alone.
If you've been thinking about joining us, this is your sign.
📩 Send us a DM to learn about upcoming sails, restoration projects, volunteer opportunities, and ways to get involved. Whether you're a veteran, family member, or supporter, we'd love to welcome you to the VetsBoats community.
⚓ Your next adventure starts with a message.

08/07/2026

Clover and Her Service to Veterans ⛵🍀
Built in 1938, Clover has weathered storms, crossed countless miles of open water, and
carried nearly a century of stories in her wooden hull.
Time left its marks—but it never
took away her purpose.
With patience, craftsmanship, and care, Clover has been lovingly restored, not to erase
her history, but to honor it. Every plank, every repair, and every sail reminds us that
strength isn't about never breaking—it's about continuing the journey.
Many veterans carry experiences that have changed them forever. PTSD can leave
lasting scars, but those scars do not define a person's worth or their future.
Like Clover, healing isn't about becoming who you once were—it's about finding new purpose while honoring everything that brought you here.
Out on the water, veterans discover more than sailing. They find community, confidence, and moments of peace beneath open skies. Every voyage is a reminder that even after life it's roughest seas, there is still wind to catch and new horizons to
explore.
Restoration isn't about returning to the past.
It's about building a future strong enough to carry your story forward.
⚓ Fair winds and following seas.
Learn more about CLOVER, her restoration, and her long-term mission for VetsBoats https://www.vetsboats.org/clover

08/06/2026

VetsBoats is committed to getting vets out on the water, helping them move from isolation and loneliness to participation and connection ⛵🇺🇸

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