We are community driven

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If you want to be a part of supporting our first responders and veterans, or know someone that could benefit from our programs, please use the form below.

View our membership opportunities and options to get involved through volunteering or through financial support. 

There are so many ways to get involved and become part of our growing community.

Our founders started OpenWater the same way, by connecting for a greater purpose through experience. Being involved looks different for everyone and one of our major core values is inclusion.

Become a Member

Your gift supports our mission. Make a donation today.

OpenWater Monthly Giving Membership 

$10/month ($120/yr) covers the cost of a certified coach to teach one Transformational Breathwork class

$50/month ($600/yr) covers the cost of 3 months of professional research to understand the effects of open ocean experiences on mental health and self-efficacy

$150/month ($1,800/yr) covers the cost to offer a 2-hr CO2 Tolerance Training to a local first responder department (fire department, lifeguards, etc.)

$250/month ($3,000/yr) helps cover some of the cost of lodging for participants during the annual, week-long Performance Camp

$500/month ($6,000/yr) covers the cost of escort boats for the Veterans Day Channel Crossing

OpenWater Underwriting Opportunities

$300 purchases 1 paddle (12 are needed in 2026): You/your company’s name will be included in marketing materials during the Performance Camp.

$500 helps us underwrite the cost of a photographer: You/your company’s name will be included in marketing materials for that specific event.

$1,000 helps us underwrite the cost of water needed for our fundraising events (2026 Memorial Day and 9/11 Honor Challenge): You/your company’s name will be included in marketing materials for that specific event.

$1,500 helps us underwrite the cost to purchase participant apparel for 1 fundraising event (needed for 2 events and 1 performance camp in 2026): You/your company’s name will be included in marketing materials for this event and on the apparel.

$2,000 purchases 1 paddleboard (12 are needed in 2026): You/your company’s name will be included in marketing materials during the Performance Camp.

Become a Volunteer
or Participant

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Setup Introduction

We love to get acquainted with potential participants and community. We’ll schedule an introduction with you to learn how you want to get involved.

We are grateful for your interest and look forward to connecting!