Partners and Donors

Our family of supporters changes lives. Thank you for supporting us!

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People who row with us don't just get incredible satisfaction, fun times and the best workout of their lives. They have access to scholarships, leadership opportunities, and chances to participate in some of the most thrilling competition anywhere. They have a chance to make history, make a difference and be a part of something bigger than themselves.

Cross Currents is committed to increasing minority participation in the sport of rowing. In doing so, we are breaking through economic barriers and opening up life-changing opportunities, doors that were previously limited or closed.

Participants in rowing have access to scholarships at the best colleges in the country and are attractive to elite military units. They develop outstanding self discipline, confidence and teamwork skills, attributes that breed success in

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school, work and relationships. Our success extends far beyond its immediate manifestation: the diversification of a largely homogenous sport. Like an oar blade pushing through water, we are the catalyst for a series of events. Our rowers learn to love water sports, develop key life skills and access new pathways to education and personal enrichment. Their achievements in rowing lead to achievements in life. Along the way, they influence their peers, elevate those around them and pass on values of teamwork, discipline and perseverance. Check our our member's spolight section where we highlight their successes.

When you support Cross Currents, you are supporting the causes of diversity, inclusion, equal opportunity, health and fitness. You are providing us with the resources we need to change lives and change our culture. You are giving the gift of positivity, achievement and the realization of untapped potential.

You are making our work possible. Click here for a list of Partners, Donors, and Supporters.