Several CHNYC boats participate in this race and fundraising event. If you would like to make a donation to support the event, these teams have setup fundraising sites:
J/109 Vento Solare (Bill Kneller)
J/92s Spirit (EC Helme)
The Leukemia Cup is held to advance the mission of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and imporve the quality of life of patients and their families. New York Yacht Club has hosted the RI Leukemia Cup since 2008.
The Leukemia Cup is a fundraising event. Racing is encouraged, but not required. Whether registered as a boat owner, crew or “phantom sailor”, LLS will provide the tools, resources and guidance for fundraising success.
Every three minutes (less time than a starting swquence), someone is diagnosed with a blood cancer. Thank you for raising your sail and funds for a cure.
REGATTA WEBSITE
Regatta details, including the Notice of Race, Sailing Instructions, Waiver and Entry Form, will also be posted on the RI Leukemia Cup website at www.leukemiacup.org/ri/.
