Sail Beyond Cancer Annapolis names new executive director, offers sails aboard a beautiful 40-foot Beneteau.
As Sail Beyond Cancer (SBC) Annapolis nears the end of its third season, the organization has recently named Christine Cotter as executive director. Christine takes the helm from SBC’s founder and interim Annapolis director, Suzanne Snyder.
Christine says, “I am passionate about Sail Beyond Cancer’s mission and thrilled to be a part of the organization. Suzanne’s energy is amazing, and I am moved by the dedication of the volunteers who give their time and financial support as well as lending their boats and sailing skills. It’s a wonderful group of people to work with.
“Almost everyone’s been impacted by cancer, whether its be their own diagnosis or a friend or family member. I want to do what I can to help.”
What is Sail Beyond Cancer?
SBC’s mission is to honor those challenged by cancer by harnessing the healing powers of wind, water, and sail. The organization offers free three-hour private sailing excursions for anyone with a cancer diagnosis. Each nominee, as they are called, may bring five guests.
Suzanne says, “We want to create opportunites for the nominee and their support system to rebuild courage, spend quality time together, and make lasting memories.”
SBC Annapolis guests sail aboard the organization’s beautiful Beneteau 40 Anneliese or onboard a vessel owned by a volunteer skipper. Anneliese was donated by volunteer skipper Joe Zebleckes, who sadly lost his own battle with cancer, but promised his beloved boat to the organization before his passing. Anneliese is docked at Annapolis Landing Marina and available for sails seven days a week from May through October.
SBC, which also has chapters in Vermont and Massachusetts, welcomes volunteers and donors. Learn more at sailbeyondcancer.org.
