With the W-L Crew season just around the corner, the team will be putting the “fun” in “fundraising” over the next several months.
Upcoming Fall/Winter Fundraisers
- We will have several restaurant fundraisers over the next few months that locals can support. Just visit these establishments for dinner on the designated days and mention W-L Crew when you order, and they will donate a portion of that day’s sales to the team. Our first dining night will be at Silver Diner in Ballston on November 11. More details coming soon!
- Visit our table at the W-L High School Holiday Bazaar on December 6. The team will be selling holiday wreaths, chocolates, ornaments, and more.
- Keep us in mind for your spring mulch needs. Our annual Mulch Madness sale will be underway in 2026, with a delivery date of March 7. Look out for information early in the New Year!
- And of course, we welcome your tax-deductible direct donations.
- Send a check payable to “W-L Crew Boosters.” Our mailing address is WL Crew Boosters, P.O. Box 50611, Arlington, VA 22205.
- PayPal or Zelle us a donation to treasurer@w-lcrewboosters.org.
- Corporate sponsorships are also available. Please contact fundraising@w-lcrewboosters.org to learn more.
Why We Fundraise
W-L Crew is an inclusive club sport that is almost entirely self-funded by team member dues, athlete fundraising, and donations. These dollars support our core needs, including:
- Scholarships and financial assistance for all crew student-athletes who need it, including those participating in the APS Free & Reduced Lunch Program. We never want cost to be a barrier to a student’s participation in this fantastic sport and community.
- Travel costs for out-of-town regattas including Stotesbury and Nationals. From regatta fees to accommodations, these trips are costly for the Boosters and for families, and donations can help us offset those costs.
- Coaches’ stipends, boathouse and regatta fees, US Rowing and VASRA membership fees, equipment purchases and maintenance, insurance, and accounting fees. We strive to keep operating expenses low, but the costs are significant and continually rising.
Your support for W-L Crew helps continue our long legacy, ensuring that every student, regardless of financial circumstances, can experience the life-changing power of rowing. Thank you!