We are pleased to announce that The International SeaKeepers Society Australian Charitable Trust is now officially a registered charity and endorsed Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR). This designation means that eligible donations made to SeaKeepers Australia are tax-deductible, creating new opportunities for individuals, businesses, and vessel owners to support ocean research, conservation, education, and community engagement while receiving the associated tax benefits.

For many years, The International SeaKeepers Society has facilitated vessel donations in the United States as part of its mission to support ocean research, conservation, education, and community engagement through the DISCOVERY Program.

The program provides yacht owners with an alternative pathway when considering the future of a vessel, while also potentially offering tax benefits where applicable. Through vessel donations, SeaKeepers has been able to generate funding that directly supports marine science expeditions, citizen science initiatives, educational outreach programs, and conservation activities around the world.

For yacht brokers, the Vessel Donation Program can offer an additional solution for clients who may be exploring alternatives to a traditional vessel sale. In some situations, donating a vessel may provide financial, estate planning, or philanthropic advantages while also creating meaningful environmental impact.

In the United States, SeaKeepers has developed a clear and professionally managed donation process. Depending on the vessel and ownership structure, donors generally provide vessel documentation, proof of ownership, and a recent appraisal before transfer documents and tax forms are prepared. Once finalized, proceeds from the donated vessel support SeaKeepers programming and mission-driven activities.

Now, this opportunity is also available in Australia through The International SeaKeepers Society Australian Charitable Trust.

The expansion of the Vessel Donation Program into Australia creates a new opportunity for yacht owners, brokers, and advisors throughout the region to support ocean conservation while exploring the potential financial benefits associated with charitable giving. The program also strengthens SeaKeepers’ ability to support marine science and educational initiatives throughout the South Pacific and beyond.

SeaKeepers has spent more than twenty-five years working alongside yacht owners, captains, brokers, and industry professionals to transform the power of the yachting community into measurable impact for the ocean. Today, the organization operates internationally with chapters in the United States, United Kingdom, Asia, and South Pacific regions.

SeaKeepers welcomes conversations with yacht brokers, owners, family offices, and professional advisors interested in learning more about vessel donation opportunities through The International SeaKeepers Society Australian Charitable Trust.