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FOUNDING DONOR

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BECOME A

FOUNDING DONOR 

Every contribution to our campaign is a significant one that will celebrate Canadian Innovation on the Water.

Founding Donors are individuals or groups who donate by August 31, 2024. Your donation to the Canadian Raceboat Hall of Fame will foster development of unique exhibits, celebrating Canadians past and present, showing one-of-a-kind artifacts and committed to sustaining excellence at the Canadian Raceboat Hall of Fame.  


From world famous Canadian raceboats, to showcasing the drivers, builders, to celebrating the innovation Canadian brought to the stage in many races, to investing in a new generation of young female and male racers will make it all possible.


You can provide a donation that will foster opportunities of growth and learning for the future, or read about our exhibit and project specific opportunities to direct your funding towards. 

Miss Canada aircraft flying over ocean waves, sepia-toned aerial view with cloud mist around it.
BECOME A FOUNDING DONOR

Founding Donor Benefits

Founding donations will be accepted until August 31st 2024 and will help us complete the 1 million dollar funding target. Benefits for each founding donor are listed below.

Donor Matching
Increased satisfaction knowing that your donation will have greater impact through a $300,000 dollar matching program .
Name Opportunities
First opportunity to associate your name (or others) with featured boats, exhibits and other placements.
Feature your Family Legacy
First consideration to have your family’s connection to race boating featured.
Optional Donor Recognition
Permanent placement of name on Founding Donor Wall.
Donor Reception & Events
Complimentary Founding Donor’s recognition reception.
Discounts...obviously
Discounts on bookings at The Venue and in the Gift Shop.

Ways Your FOUNDING Donation Helps

Your contribution will allow the CRHF to create new exhibits, tell new stories and develop new programs for all visitors. 

Two people smiling in a small boat, holding a steering wheel on the water.

Legacy Stories

Explore the exhilarating world of raceboats at our interactive exhibit from 2024-2025. Delve into the stories of drivers, races, and engines shared by racers and their families. Immerse yourself in thrilling moments captured in our interactive photo album, and trace the evolution of raceboat culture through the Raceboating History Timeline.

Child painting a wooden palette and using a brush while standing over a craft table with paint supplies.

Youth Experiences

Explore raceboating with our 2024-2025 Youth Experiences! Dive into our simulator with current drivers' Go-Pro videos, step into virtual reality for a real boat feel, and start engines with our pull cord—no resistance, just excitement!

Front view of CA-3 aircraft in a hangar exhibit, with three people standing near the fuselage.

Unique Spaces

Discover unique spaces for each feature boat, accompanied by informative panels detailing their significance. Vibrant wall murals further enhance your journey through the rich history of raceboating.

Person on dark stage under spotlights, with empty boats in a dim indoor space.

Engagement Experiences

Immerse yourself in the thrill of raceboating with our exciting attractions from 2024-2025. Climb aboard the Sea Flea Photo Station, where you can take the helm, posing for memorable photos with authentic racing props like helmets, checkered flags, and trophies. Dive deeper into the racing world with our 3D Racing Art experience, an immersive journey through dynamic visuals that bring the excitement of the track to life.

Red speedboat with rider speeding across choppy water, spray and mist from a waterfall in the background

Educational Programming

Embark on a diverse learning journey from 2024 to 2025 with our educational workshops and programs. Explore boat building, educational programming by esteemed organizations like ACBS and Muskoka Sea Flea Power Boat Racing clubs, tailored experiences for schools, and a unique Indigenous Canoe Building workshop.

Man and child sit on a yellow speedboat docked with other people nearby by the river.

Boat Building Workshops

Explore boat building, educational programming by esteemed organizations like ACBS and Muskoka Sea Flea Power Boat Racing clubs, tailored experiences for schools, and a unique Indigenous Canoe Building workshop.

DESIGNATE YOUR FUNDS TO A SPECIFIC PROJECT

FOUNDING DONOR

OPPORTUNITIES

The items below represent specific naming and project support opportunities where you can direct your contribution. Contact us to discuss these opportunities.

“Supertest III” orange hydroplane on trailer, with “Miss Supertest III” stamp image and funding text overlay.
Red hydroplane race boat GP222 splashes across water; text reads Canadian Grand Prix 222 funding level $100,000 display date
Fast racing speedboat throwing wake across choppy water; text: Annual Grand Prix Story, funding, display date 2024/25.
Orange vintage race car with exposed engine and two exhaust pipes, alongside text about Shadow II funding and class history.
Text says “Digital Donor Wall Level of Funding $50,000 Display Date 2024”; photo shows two men on a fast boat.
Sea flea exhibit funding graphic with helmeted teens kayaking image; text: Level of funding $25,000, display date 2024/25.
Text-based graphic: “Harry Greening Recognition,” funding $15,000, display date 2025; boat on lake, vintage photo of Harry Gr
Black-and-white photo: men with sailboat display “Miss Supertest III” and handshake; text box about Thompson racing success.
Red racing speedboat on water, inset black-and-white portrait of driver Art Asbury with text about funding and records

Connect with Us Now

Help support the CRHF

Let us know you are interested and we will have one of our Ambassadors reach out to you to discuss your gift. 

Other Ways To Help

More Ways to Give

You can support the Canadian Raceboat Hall of Fame in different ways, by giving annually, supporting our campaigns, and so much more. Contact us about how you can help.

Black-and-white photo of a military seaplane boat skimming over waves, labeled “CA-3” and “Miss Superst...”.

One Time Donation

The Canadian Raceboat Hall of Fame uses Canada Helps to enable secure donations online. 

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Annual 

Supporters

Review the Perks that come with supporting us on an annual basis. There are different levels available depending on your interests

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Mail In

Donation Form

If supporting us online is not your style, we've got your back. Download our pledge form below.