Volunteer

Volunteerism is the wind in OWSA's Sails.  The wide variety of programs offer opportunities to teach, lead, and learn new skills.  Our talented members volunteer their time and energy to run the programs offered to our membership.  Not only do members benefit, but volunteerism is extended to the broader sailing community as well.

We appreciate our membership support, time and heart, because you make OWSA possible. OWSA is an all volunteer organization, we have no paid employees and we rely on you to contribute your time and energy to one of our many volunteer roles we need to fill.  Which opportunity most interests you?

Volunteer News:

If you are interested in volunteering, contact us at volunteer@owsa.net to learn about volunteer opportunities.

Current Opportunities:

• Marketing/Fundraising Director
• Boast Co-Coordinator
• Fleet Manager
• Merchandise Coordinator
• Race Clinic Assistant (2025) & 2026 Coordinator
• Volunteer Coordinator

Check out the link below to view all volunteer positions:

OWSA Board & Volunteer Descriptions 2025-02-13.pdf

Board Positions:

OWSA is currently in need of a Marketing/Fundraising Director. This Director is responsible for ensuring all strategic fundraising and sponsorship initiatives are effectively managed throughout the year and for managing OWSAs brand. She will recruit and work with other OWSA volunteers to help with OWSAs fundraising, marketing and merchandising.

If interested, please apply via this Google Board Application form.

Other Opportunities:

We are always looking for fun & interesting picture and articles involving our OWSA events and community activities in general.  If you want to write an article or post any pictures contact webmaster@owsa.net

Please contact OWSA's Volunteer Coordinator regarding volunteering at volunteer@owsa.net, or visit with any current Board Member about these opportunities at the next General Meeting.

Logging Volunteer Hours:

OWSA could not provide the great sailing opportunities it offers without our amazing volunteers.  We appreciate you and need your help ensuring you are logging your volunteer hours.  This supports our 501c3 requirements, helps recognize our exceptional volunteers and informs volunteer recruitment.

To log your hours, simply login to owsa.net, go to the member portal and log your hours.  You can do this once a month and summarize your volunteer activities or add an entry for volunteer activities for individual events.  If you have any questions, please contact volunteer@owsa.net. 

"Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart." Elizabeth Andrew