The 5-Year Fund provides funding for major projects that are beyond the scope of the general operating budgets. These funds are used for the maintenance of the facility and various capital projects. Examples of recent projects:Main entry rampFurniture in the TapFurniture on the main DeckReplacement of windowsMotors for the launchesetc.While the initiation fee and annual fees go into this fund. Many of the needs go beyond this revenue stream.

The dredging fund is used to provide funds to augment the cost of dredging incurred by the local, state and federal agencies.

Donations to sailing program to purchase floats, boats, other equipment and offset the costs of instruction.SAILING PROGRAM UPDATEAs mentioned in the recent SYC Newsletter, the sailing program is gearing up for a great summer. The program rebuilding effort that began in 2019 continues, largely in part due to the donations made by generous patrons. Many of the funds received have gone towards purchasing Optis, Club 420's, and the dock expansion.In order to continue our work, we are reaching out to all members to consider making a donation of any amount. Please read our Sailing Program Fundraising Letter which provides additional information about the program and our fundraising efforts.