The mission of the Dare County Boat Builders Foundation is to "develop, encourage and promote public awareness of the historical and cultural heritage of boat building in Dare County and to support educational opportunities for students."
Annually, we are pleased to present The College of the Albemarle with a portion of the proceeds from our annual fundraising tournament—these funds support the success and expansion for COA's boat building trade program. In January 2009, DCBBF presented COA with a gift of $5000, which Dean Teresa James explained would contribute directly to an exciting campus expansion that includes a new 2500 sq ft. boat building classroom and upgrading the lab with new and appropriate teaching materials.
In addition, this year the Foundation is pleased to offer $30,000 in scholarships to, Dare County High School seniors (First Flight, Manteo, and Hatteras); previous scholarship recipients; new applicants (current college students pursuing continuing education or a degree). For more information on how to apply, please visit the scholarship section of our website.