Virginia Sailing is a 501(c)(7) organization and operates with limited budget. Most of our operating expenses are paid by UVA's Student Activities Fund and membership dues, however this funding is insufficient to cover major long-term investments. The costs of maintaining our fleet and facilities, traveling to collegiate regattas, and expanding our impact in the community are far greater than the funding we receive from our members and the University. It has been through the generosity of alumni and other contributors that we keep new sailors learning, our racers competing, and our team growing.