JV Youth Maritime Scholarship
Fundraiser
Save the DAte!
June 3rd, 2027
Seattle Maritime Academy
Beer. BBQ. Boats. And scholarships for the next generation of WA mariners.
The maritime industry around Washington takes care of its own. It’s just what we do. The John Veentjer Youth Maritime Scholarship exists to do exactly that. People who have built great careers on this water decided to make sure the next generation gets a fair shot at doing the same.
On June 25th we gathered at Pier 17 to fund the 2027 scholarship cycle. Burgers, beer in a boat, a raffle — yes there was a sword — and a pier full of people who know what this industry is actually about. We recognized the 2026 scholarship recipients, heard remarks from Port of Seattle Commissioner Fred Fellman and presented the inaugural Marine Exchange of Puget Sound Legislator of the Year Award to Representative Reed for her continued advocacy for this community.
Together this community raised $8,141 for the John Veentjer Youth Maritime Scholarship (you all are amazing)! Every dollar goes directly to Washington youth pursuing careers in maritime trades, sciences, and operations.
Thank You Beer Sponsors
“The Pier Pour”
“The Beer Boat!”
“The Summit Stack”
Thank you Event Partners
Thank You Raffle Donors
BlueSky Outfitters Rafting Trip for Four with Photos by River Booty Photography
“Colossal Cut”
8lbs of Beecher’s Flagship Cheese
Gift Card donated by Dode Carlson
Maltsmith American Single Malt Whiskey Bottle & Tasting Certificate for Four
Beer
Gift Card
Restaurant
Gift Card
2 Sets of 4 VIP Rodeo Tickets with Meet & Greet, BBQ, and Whiskey Tasting Included
Starbucks Coffee
& Tumbler
45 Hard
Yeti Cooler
Mustang Survival HIT
Inflatable Work Vest
Captain Cutlass Sword & Kraken Battle Ax donated by the Marine Exchange
Some Cool
Merch