Become a DBMS Founder
Help shape the future of the Duxbury Bay Maritime School!
About the DBMS Founders
Since 1997, when the dream of creating an inclusive school to connect the public to Duxbury Bay became a working plan, more than $24 million in private funds has been raised to make that vision a vibrant reality.
Today, over 4,000 youth and adults participate annually in DBMS programs, and a talented generation of homegrown instructors has taken leadership roles on staff. The Ellison Campus and Smith Building have become a cherished South Shore destination—welcoming people of all ages, abilities, and means to get out on the water or simply enjoy the beauty of the Bay.
The investments made by DBMS Founders have built a fiscally strong institution with a bold vision for the future. Your commitment as a new Founder will fund the next leg of this journey—and we hope you’ll help shape where we go from here.
To date, Founders have contributed over $15 million in support of DBMS’s campus, boats, programs, and long-term sustainability. Moving forward, Founders—along with Legacy Society members—will ensure DBMS remains a treasured resource for Duxbury and all who love the Bay.
Founder Level Giving
You can become a DBMS Founder through:
- A single gift of $25,000, or
- A multi-year pledge (e.g., $5,000/year for five years)
Payment options include:
Cash, credit card, stock gifts, donor-advised funds, or in-kind donations.
Recognition Package
Event & Program Access
- Inducted at the Closing of the Bay Flag Ceremony
- Reserved tickets to the Opening of the Bay Dockside Party and the Closing of the Bay Dinner
- Guest of Honor status at the annual Advocate Council Reception
- Early registration for summer programs
Perpetual Recognition
- Hand-painted name on the DBMS Main Stairway
- Engraved brick at the Smith Building entrance
- DBMS Founder Burgee
- Recognition in DBMS marketing materials and on the website
- Year-round access to the Dahlen Chartroom Conference Space
Join the Legacy
Take the first step in creating a lasting impact by becoming a DBMS Founder today. Join the generous families who have already invested in this extraordinary school and help ensure its success for generations to come.
To become a Founder or learn more
Please contact Executive Director, Ali Spolsino, or call (781) 934-7555 x109.
Our Founders
1997
The Clifford Family
David and Joan Collins
John Cutler
Sam and Peg Dennis
Duxbury Yacht Club
The Ellison Foundation
Jim and Alice Hoyt
Sherm and Diane Hoyt
Steven and Valerie Loring
Dick and Sheila Morse
Bonnie Noonan
Chuck Post
The Robinson/Hewitt Family
The Safe Family
Orin and Stephanie Smith
1998
Jack and Marina Davis
Bill and Lynn Rice
1999
Steve and Lynn Brown
Dr. and Mrs. L.T. Chylack
Grafton Memorial Fund
Bob and Charlyn Heidenreich
Wes and Mary Horton
Dick and Pat Loring
David and Pat Lowry
Ed and Michele McGrath
Tom and Donna Wood
2000
Kevin and Kathy Gould & Family
Arthur and Eileen Hogan
Lou and Sue Jannetty
Cap Kane and Annie Eldridge
The Schofield Family
2001
Walter and Shirley Amory
Marsh and Missy Carter
Shawn Dahlen & Family
Galaxy Mutual Funds
Karen Metscher
The Schermerhorn Family
2003
Jack Kent, Sr.
2004
The Loebs Family
in memory of Mike Safe
Plymouth Savings Bank
Rick and Sharon Fownes
2005
The Haas Family
Ned and Janet Lawson
2006
Deborah Bornheimer
David and Deborah Caso
Robert and Alison Davidson
John and Cynthia Reed
John and Kathy Stanton
2007
The Demos Family
Kevin and Ann Mullins
2008
Skip, Samantha and Maya Bennett
Bernie Haffey
Elaine Haffey
Guy and Amy Holbrook
Sarah, Guy & Welles
Bingham McCutchen LLP
Tom and Nancy O’Neill
Alec and Leah Petro
2009
John and Cathy White
Mary Ellen and Peter Lawrence
2010
The Rudicus Family
2011
The Palmisano Family
The Salah Family Foundation
2012
Chuck and Harriet Leonard
2013
Al Krahmer and Family
The Quigley Family
Brad and Jolène Tribble
David and Michelle Kelly
2014
Richard and Nancy Heath
Jerome Powell & Family
2016
Al and Jill Elliot
The Saquish Foundation
2017
Buchanan Family Foundation
Ted & Edie Devnew
Jack and Akiko Kent, Jr.
Richard and Kathleen Lyons
The Phalen Family
Keith and Nancy Pratt
2018
Kevin and Emily Dahlen
Peter and Sallyann Farnum
Jane T.N. Fogg
Peter and Sue Hoover
Brian and Amy Sack
2019
Fran and Christina Doran
Wells and Leelie Dow in honor of Linc Dow
Jill and Paal Gisholt
Kenneth and Martha Johnston
Martin and Jenn Monaghan
Peter and Barbara Palfrey
Gary Powell
Vince and Wendy Spiziri
Dan and Marjorie Sullivan
Thomas and Jennifer Weldon
2020
Dave and Marcia Manly
Adam and Licia Brown
Roessner Family Foundation
2021
Bill and Cheri Boyd
Peter and Laurel Dimatteo
Eric and Kimberly Granat
2022
Charlie and Martha Clapp
Michael Whitmore
Brian and Beth King
Anonymous
2023
Jeff Stracka and Linda Klein
Ann Kinnealy-Millman
Rob & Ali Spolsino
2024
Josie and Jon Marston
Holly and Jimmy Morris
Heather and James Colleary
Eric and Christine Arcese
Hutker Architects
Winter Owl Consulting
William & Susan Looney
2025
Long Hagan Huff-Harris
Natalie & Bo Boynton
Alden Keyser
Jacob Bradbury Bean Foundation