American Pride, making young pirates!
A nonprofit fundraiser supporting
Children's Maritime InstituteWhen you donate to the CMI local youth are given the opportunity to become swashbuckling pirates!
$1,774
raised by 3 people
$2,000 goal
Youth make discoveries about themselves, their abilities, and the world around them through our TopSail Youth Program. On American Pride, our crew guides upper elementary, middle and high school students through various activities required to operate a complex sailing vessel, as well as specific STEAM lessons tailored to the group's grade level and educational priorities.
With unparalleled access to the coastal ecosystems in and around the port of Long Beach, students participate in hands-on activities such as examining marine life from an offshore perspective, testing water quality, fostering environmental awareness, and bringing STEAM subjects to life.
Students gain awareness to the many maritime career paths and vocational opportunities available in their community.