Help me get to LA 2028.
A full year on campaign costs $67,000 CAD. National funding covers part — donations and sponsorship close the $39,000 gap. Recurring monthly support is the most useful as it allows me to plan out my entire season.
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Where your support goes
- Coaching fees
Professional coach on the water, RIB fuel, and real-time feedback throughout the season.
25%~$16,600 - Food
Meals while on the road — roughly $30/day across 11 months of international travel.
16%~$10,800 - Accommodation
Rentals and hotels across Malta, Europe, North America, and Australia.
15%~$10,000 - Flights + transport
Flights across three continents — Europe, Australia, and North America — plus ground transport.
14%~$9,549 - Other
Miscellaneous campaign costs — visas, kit, admin, and expenses that don't fit a neat category.
9%~$6,000 - Equipment
Competition sails ($2,478), boat transport ($1,500), launching fees ($1,359), and gym membership ($720).
9%~$6,057 - Boat charter
Chartered ILCA 7 in Europe — cheaper than shipping my own boat across the Atlantic.
8%~$5,706 - Regatta entries
Entry fees for 5–6 regattas a year — World Cup, continental championships, and selection events.
4%~$2,654
Pre-filled with $10. Adjust the amount inside the form if you'd like.
Trust
Backed up the chain.
The campaign isn't running on hopes. National-team selection, a real coaching group, and direct accountability for every dollar.
Canadian Sailing Team
Member of the national squad for the LA 2028 cycle.
Direct campaign
No admin fee on the way through — every donation funds training, travel, or entries.
Year-round campaign
Twelve months of training across Canada, Malta, and Europe.
Tax status
Donations through Wind Athletes Canada are tax-deductible. windathletes.ca/athletes/james-juhasz
FAQ
Frequently asked
Directly to campaign costs — coaching, travel, entry fees, and equipment. The campaign runs at roughly $67,000 CAD/year; about half is covered by Canadian Sailing Team support, and donations close the gap.
Yes — and monthly is the default. Recurring support is the most useful kind because it lets me plan a season instead of a regatta. You can adjust or cancel any time from your Donorbox account.
Yes — donations made through Wind Athletes Canada are tax-deductible. See windathletes.ca/athletes/james-juhasz for details and to donate through that channel.
Yes. For sail branding, a named regatta sponsorship, or a specific equipment package, get in touch via the contact form and we'll put a partnership package together.
Yes. Every supporter receives the monthly newsletter — race recaps, training notes, and travel updates. You can also subscribe directly without donating.
