Fundraising Events

The USS Yorktown Foundation will host its inaugural golf tournament on October 7, 2024, at Charleston National. The event will welcome 100+ community members for a day full of fun, golf, giveaways, and surprises. Please join us in support of our mission! All proceeds support the USS Yorktown Foundation. 

• Sponsorship: As a sponsor of the inaugural Holes Fore Heroes, you’ll contribute to maintaining and enhancing this vital institution, bringing more visitors, educating both locals and tourists, and strengthening our community bonds as dedicated partners in preserving our shared history. Together, we can ensure the Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum remains a beacon of heritage and a source of pride for generations to come. We created sponsorship opportunities to suit various budgets. Your company will enjoy exclusive benefits outlined in the different sponsorship packages: 

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Yuletide on the Yorktown Festival will bring together locals and visitors to experience holiday magic onboard the USS Yorktown. On December 21, guest will be able to browse local vendors and shop while immersing themselves in the history of the renowned WWII aircraft carrier. There is no better way to celebrate the holiday season! 

How can you get involved? 

• Festival of Wreaths: Community organizations are invited to donate creatively crafted wreaths to display on the USS Yorktown from November 8 – December 13. Museum guests will be able to bid on the wreaths and 100% of the proceeds will directly support the USS Yorktown Foundation and Patriots Point programming. 
• Holiday Tree Sponsorships $3000: 
  • Option 1: Community Building Activity: Sponsor a charming 5-foot Christmas tree and embark on a heartwarming community-building activity at the iconic USS Yorktown. Father your team for a two-hour delightful decorating session onboard the WWII aircraft carrier that fosters camaraderie and joy. Your organization will bask in the glow of branding recognition, seamlessly integrated into the festive atmosphere through your uniquely adorned decorations.
  • Option 2: Decorated Tree with Branding: Illuminated your brand with the grandeur of a 10-foot Christmas tree, expertly adorned and ready to captivate hearts onboard the USS Yorktown. Your sponsorship comes complete with a distinguished plaque, prominently displayed beside the tree, ensuring your brand receives the spotlight it deserves. This option offers hassle-free, visually stunning way to make a lasing impression on diverse clientele. 

All sponsorships and wreath donations must be confirmed by September 1. Please contact meaghansilsby@ussyorktownfoundation.org (opens in a new window) to confirm yours today!

The USS Yorktown Foundation has partnered with Westbrook Brewing Company to create a new brew just in time for summer, Shore Leave Lager. The name refers to the time sailors were permitted to go ashore – to take leave of their ship and spend time on dry land. The beer is inspired by the sailors of the USS Yorktown and their impromptu beach parties on the shores of Pacific. Rumor has it that a Yorktown pilot once flew a clandestine case up to high altitude to “chill it to perfection!” 

At Patriots Point, history lives on through tangible artifacts. Teaming up with local organizations like Westbrook Brewing adds a delightful and unique dimension to our endeavors in a meaningful way. Our ongoing partnership with local businesses not only expands our mission but cultivates fresh support. 

A portion of all proceeds from Shore Leave Lager will support the USS Yorktown Foundation's mission to inspire children, visitors, and the world by promoting America's longstanding traditions of service, leadership, duty, and sacrifice through education, exhibits, programming, and community outreach. You can purchase the beer at Lowes Foods or at Westbrook Brewery.