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Imagine the surge of pride Lauren felt as she coiled the thick, heavy handmade rope on the Enterprize tall ship, her confidence growing as she looped the rope around the cleat and maintained tension on the sails and rigging.

As the wooden ship swayed through Port Phillip Bay, she was ready to release the rope at a moment's notice. Lauren didn't just manage the ropes; she managed to conquer her fears and doubts.

A week ago, Lauren was a different person—struggling with confidence, grappling with social anxiety, and unsure of her path. Today, she’s empowered, resilient, and inspired, thanks to the life-changing experience aboard our tall ship.

Many young people from diverse and disadvantaged groups lack the opportunity to realise their potential. Some turn to crime and drugs. Please donate today because we can't afford to let this crisis continue. 

Sail training isn't just about learning to sail. It’s about instilling teamwork, resilience, critical thinking, and a strong work ethic. For Lauren, it meant discovering a newfound strength and self-belief that she never knew she had.

Lauren’s words speak volumes:

“I met and interacted with people of all ages, worked as a team, and grew my confidence and independence. This voyage was life-altering.”

Will you help young people learn to communicate clearly, delegate tasks, and work together? Sail training requires them to solve problems, make decisions under pressure, take the initiative, and lead by example. Please give what you can ...

As a small volunteer-run charity, we rely on your kindness to continue offering these incredible opportunities to marginalised young people facing unprecedented challenges. Your donation can make a world of difference:

$50 covers the cost of a day’s meals for a young trainee

$100 helps fund essential sailing equipment such as harnesses, lifejackets, and wet weather gear

$250 sponsors a day of training for one young person

$500 helps fund a 'living history' schools education lesson 

$1000 funds a full four-day voyage, transforming another young life like Lauren’s

Will you help us foster a sense of genuine connection and belonging in today's society?

With your support, the Enterprize can expand its youth and schools programs and make a difference in the lives of young people. Every dollar you give helps young people build skills and gain experiences that shape their futures.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Enterprize Sail Training Crew

P.S. Your generosity can turn a young person’s life around. Please donate today and be part of something incredible!

P.P.S. Enterprize is a registered charity. All donations of $2 or more are tax deductible.