The Impossible Dream provides a number of opportunities to get involved, whether crewing, sponsoring, donating, or becoming a Port Ambassador.

 Want to join the trip? Become a sailor or crew or just become a volunteer and contribute in any way you can?

Volunteer Crew Position Overview

As a volunteer crew member, you will accompany the captain and first mate in all aspects of sailing the Impossible Dream as well assisting but not limited to educational presentations, community outreach, fundraising events, social media, boat handling, and boat maintenance. We except volunteer crew members of all abilities although we do have minimum requirements that must be met in order to be considered for a volunteer position. Read below to find out more.

Qualifications:

• All volunteer crew candidates must have have previously sailed onboard Impossible Dream on a daysail and be vetted by our captain

• Must be at least 18 years of age (pre-arranged exceptions permitted

• Must be willing to take and execute orders given by the Captain, First Mate and Directors to the best of their ability and without argument

• Must be able to communicate appropriately with children and adults

• Must be positive and willing to help out

• Must be responsible for own actions and behavior

• Prior sailing experience is not required, however inexperienced sailors should be willing to learn

• The ability to cook is not required, but it is greatly appreciated - you’ll be asked to try

• Must be comfortable around dogs

• Must like having fun and making a difference!

Requirements:

• Medical/emergency info form

• Crew information form

• Signed waiver

• Signed job description/volunteer agreement (this document).

• Must have medical/health insurance for duration of volunteer term.

• Submission of personal information for background check if requested.

• Transport to and from Impossible Dream at the start and end of volunteering.

• That you share all of the photos and videos you take during the experience with us to use for storytelling, promotion and other mission-related purposes.

• Completion of a post-volunteering survey by the designated due date (we are happy to provide any references or sign volunteer/community service forms after we have received your post-volunteering survey/comments)

• Take on assigned tasks with a positive, can-do attitude

• Ask when not sure about how something works or is unclear about any procedure

• Never be under the influence of alcohol or any drug or substance during Impossible Dream operations or activities

• Assist with meal preparation and clean-up

What is a Port Ambassador?

During our annual Summer Tour, we enlist the help of local volunteers in each port to help coordinate trips, fundraise, and secure docking along the East Coast. Port ambassadors share the compassion, devotion, and shared vision for the Impossible Dream and are a crucial piece to making our Summer Tour a huge success.

We would not be able to offer the opportunity to sail to so many disabled persons in so many locations.

Qualifications:

• Be present at time of visit

• Well connected community member

Benefits:

• Sail on board the Impossible Dream while in port

• T-shirt, hat, and other Impossible Dream gear

Get to know some of our past Port Ambassadors

Sponsorship with the Impossible Dream

 We are looking to broaden our impact through a mutually beneficial partnership, increase exposure for our supporting brands, and most importantly, continue our mission of giving individuals the transformational experience of sailing on Impossible Dream.

Current Partners of Impossible Dream

The Impossible Dream is partnered with leading brands which exemplify the share an enthusiasm for our mission. Today’s consumers are particularly cognizant of brands that are authentically contributing to the greater good and are more likely to buy from a brand that is having a positive social or environmental impact. A partnership with the Impossible Dream will bring impressive exposure while making a profound impact in the lives of disabled persons.

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Interested in partnering with the Impossible Dream?

Contact us using the form below or at info@theimpossibledream.org

Donating to the Impossible Dream

There is no fee for sailing on Impossible Dream. We rely solely on our generous donors and our faithful sponsors to help us to continue our work to bring lasting memories to as many people as possible.

From our brave veterans to the newly injured, from kids with cognitive and physical disabilities to seniors whose mobility has been compromised, from wheelchair-using sailors who can no longer crew a standard boat to their loving carers and families, we want everyone to experience the freedom and delight of a few hours out on the ocean.

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Would you like to mail a donation check?

Please mail to:

The Impossible Dream, Inc.

50 W 47th Street 

Suite 2113

New York  N.Y. 10036