The Bonnell Cove Foundation is dedicated to supporting not-for-profit organizations in North America with a focus on safety at sea and the marine environment. Organized in 1989 by the Cruising Club of America and funded initially by the sale of waterfront land, it operates as a 501(c)(3) entity, relying on donations from club members and managed by a volunteer Board of Trustees.
The Bonnell Cove Foundation grants are designed to support projects within two main areas: safety at sea and the marine environment. For safety at sea, the foundation looks for innovative projects that improve boat operation safety, develop cost-effective personal safety equipment, and enhance crew safety awareness. Regarding the marine environment, the foundation supports projects aimed at understanding and minimizing negative impacts on the marine environment from small boat operations, promoting "green boat" technologies, conserving coastal lands, and fostering better stewardship of oceans and navigable lakes. Grants are typically up to $10,000, focusing on specific projects or needs of qualifying nonprofits, including school and museum programs, environmental research, and boating education.
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