VetsBoats Foundation

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! ⛵🍀

⚓ 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.

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

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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Between April and July 2026, donor generosity funded a series of no-cost sailing experiences on San Francisco Bay and the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta for veterans, law-enforcement officers, first responders, dual-status participants, and family members.
Each sail combined hands-on participation such as steering, raising sails, and working lines with unhurried time to talk, reflect, and simply be on the water in a safe, welcoming environment. Donor support also helped fund sailing programs, Clover becoming operational, vessel maintenance, fundraising capacity, and infrastructure for future growth.
Click to become a donor and help us serve over 800 veterans this year. https://www.vetsboats.org/donate

We love the feedback from the veterans who sail with us! 🇺🇸⛵

Thank you, San Francisco Bay Ferry, for hosting us last week. We're proud of our partnership and grateful for your support of our programs!

Our first Delta trip was a huge success!
On July 11th, 8 veterans and 4 guests joined 2 of our wonderful volunteers for a tour from Oxbow Marina.
Great sights✅
Lunch aboard✅
Ice Cream stop✅
Connections made on the water✅
Thanks to Tom and Jean Alexander for hosting this VetsBoats outing! We're excited to be able to serve veterans in new areas and couldn't do it without supporters like you.
VetsBoats - Healing through camaraderie ⛵

Twenty-five veterans joined us on the water to celebrate America’s 250th birthday 🇺🇸 aboard Clover. It was a very special day shared in a setting that continues to bring healing, camaraderie, and purpose.
For many of the veterans aboard, this was their first experience with Clover. Watching them step onto her deck, hear her story, and become part of her next chapter was something very special.
This day would not have been possible without our supporters. Their belief in our mission is what brings these moments to life. Become a VetsBoats supporter and help veterans to continue finding connection, community, and a renewed sense of belonging.
https://www.vetsboats.org/