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The ACA relies on donations from individuals and organizations to support the four pillars of our paddlesports mission: education, competition, recreation, and stewardship. We are sincerely grateful for every donation, large or small.


The Commodore's Campaign » Donate Online

Donations to the Commodore's Campaign allow the ACA to place funds into the area of greatest need. It allows for considerable flexibility in furthering the mission of paddlesports education, stewardship, recreation, and competition. The title, Commodore's Campaign, has historic meaning as it honors those who have served the ACA and paddlesports over the past century.

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Stand Up Paddling Fund » Donate Online

Thank you for supporting the sport of Stand Up Paddling!

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Equity and Access Program Fund » Donate Online

The Equity and Access Program Fund supports ACA's commitment to expanding access to paddlesports. The fund aims to help remove financial barriers to participation for underrepresented groups or individuals to pursue paddling education, leadership development, competition, and/or instructor certification.

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Education » Donate Online

This fund helps the ACA to maintain the primary paddlesports education program in the United States. From the National Paddlesports Instruction Program to a range of videos, brochures, posters and other educational materials, the ACA is the authoritative resource when it comes to paddlesports safety, education and instruction.

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Stewardship & Public Policy » Donate Online

Donations to this fund are used to support the ACA's advocacy efforts and stewardship projects. The ACA's Stewardship & Public Policy Department works diligently to ensure paddlers' voices are heard by speaking up on issues related to mandatory education, life jacket wear, and how paddlers pay into the system.

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International Whitewater Hall of Fame » Donate Online

The IWHoF is a program of the ACA and its International Paddlesports Partners. The ACA is proud to support these whitewater Advocates, Champions, Explorers and Pioneers. IWHOF recognizes and honors individuals who have made significant contributions to whitewater related activities. To date, 43 honorees have been inducted into the Hall of Fame since the first class was inducted in 2005.

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Sugar Island - 'Chick' Dermond Memorial Fund » Donate Online

Donations to this memorial fund will be dedicated to the continued preservation of Sugar Island. Sugar is a 35 acre island located in the heart of the Ten Thousand Islands which is an international tourism destination near the St. Lawrence Islands National Park. The ACA is committed to honoring the legacy of Russell 'Chick' Dermond, an ACA Legend of Paddling award recipient and lifetime supporter of Sugar Island and the ACA.

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FreeStyle Fund » Donate Online

Help support the United States Freestyle Team Trials and sending the US Team to the 2022 ICF World Championships in Nottingham, England.

Competition Donation » Donate Online

This fund allows the ACA to continue to support competitive paddlesports races as well as competitive youth development programs across the country. From the collegiate race series to wildwater, slalom, downriver, poling, canoe sailing, paracanoe and freestyle, the ACA understands the value of how competition helps foster an active, healthy outdoor lifestyle.

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Olympics: Slalom » Donate Online 

This fund allows the ACA to continue to support the U.S. Olympic Whitewater Slalom Team. From youth development, club programs, coaches, events and Olympians, please consider donating to further slalom in the United States. Through a generous 2018 matching grant, the ACA has set a $100,000 fundraising goal!

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Olympics: Sprint » Donate Online

This fund allows the ACA to continue to support the U.S. Olympic Canoe/Kayak Sprint Team. From youth development, club programs, coaches, events and Olympians, please consider donating to further Sprint in the United States.

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Paralympics: Paracanoe » Donate Online

This fund allows the ACA to continue to support the U.S. Paralympic Paracanoe Team. From youth development, club programs, coaches, events and Paralympians, please consider donating to further Paracanoe in the United States.

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Universal Paddling Fund » Donate Online

Funds donated to the ACA's Universal Paddling Program are dedicated to the advancement of creating opportunities for paddlers of all abilities. Whether it is access, specialized equipment, or targeted educational outreach, the ACA is committed to providing programs and resources for all paddlers.

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Canoe Polo - Womens » Donate Online

Support Women's Canoe Polo! As the National Governing Body for paddlesports in the USA, the ACA supports Women's Canoe Polo in their endeavors. Sponsor or donate here and 100% of these funds go to support Women's Canoe Polo programs and initiatives in the USA.

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Canoe Polo - Mens » Donate Online

Support Men's Canoe Polo! As the National Governing Body for paddlesports in the USA, the ACA supports Men's Canoe Polo in their endeavors. Sponsor or donate here and 100% of these funds go to support Men's Canoe Polo programs and initiatives in the USA.

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Wildwater » Donate Online 

Help support the ACA Wildwater National Team with their training and competition expenses.

Ocean Racing National Development Fund » Donate Online 

The USA Ocean Racing National Development Fund is dedicated to advancing the sport of ocean racing by supporting athlete training, competition expenses, introductory programs, coaching education, and competition production throughout our country. Please consider contributing to the growth of ocean racing!

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