Through the building and use of wooden boats, the Alexandria Seaport Foundation helps at-risk youth turn their lives around, providing them the job skills, social skills, and educational tools needed to become responsible citizens.

ASF Programs and Initiatives

• Full-time Apprentice Program
• Afterschool Apprentice Program
• Drop Out Prevention in the Middle Schools
• Anti-Gang Initiative
• Green Construction
• Corporate Partnership Program
• Open Shop Boat Building
• Waterfront Activities

National Recognition and Awards

• CNN Giving in Focus
• NBC Making a Difference
• CBS Evening News
• Washingtonian
• Catalogue for Philanthropy
• Alexandria Philanthropy Summit (2009) Nonprofit Leader of the Year

It costs $25,000 to put one apprentice through our seven-month program. The success of ASF programs depends upon contributions and donations from corporations, foundations, and individual donors.

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