The athlete Erg-A-Thon
Our annual athlete fundraiser, and the simplest way to give. The 2026 Erg-A-Thon is open now: give to the Erg-A-Thon. If you would like to make a donation, you can email our Fundraising Chair at giving@oaklandstrokes.org.
501(c)(3) nonprofit / Tax ID 94-3132016
Keep the boats on the water
Oakland Strokes depends on the generosity of families and alumni. Every gift, at any size, buys equipment, funds financial aid, and gives another young person a seat.
How to giveContribute
Four ways to donate
The Coach Wishlist
Direct donations to fund new equipment, raised through our annual appeal letter.
Parent socials and the gala
Building community and raising money at the same time.
Community programs
Gifts that fund STEM to Stern and our partnerships across Oakland, so cost is never what keeps an athlete off the water.
Where it goes
What your gift does
Donations improve our facilities, buy and repair boats and oars, fund financial aid, and keep the club running day to day.
Match your gift
Many employers match charitable gifts and can double or triple your impact. Ask your HR team about a matching program.
Name a shell
For gifts over $1,000, or to name or buy a boat as a group of families, reach our Fundraising Chair at giving@oaklandstrokes.org.
Every gift is deductible
Oakland Strokes is a 501(c)(3), tax ID 94-3132016. Keep your receipt for your records.
Financial aid
Cost should never be the barrier
Last year Oakland Strokes awarded more than $60,000 in need-based scholarships. Your gifts make that possible, year after year.
Ways to give
Online
Give any amount by card, any time of year. Give online.
Stock
Gifts of stock are tax-smart. Download the stock donation form and give it to your brokerage, then send us a copy so we can issue your tax receipt. Questions go to giving@oaklandstrokes.org.
By mail
Oakland Strokes, 4096 Piedmont Ave, PMB 308, Oakland, CA 94611, Attn: Fundraising Chair.
Volunteer
Families make it run
Parent support keeps the team going. Families are asked for about twelve volunteer hours a season, from grilling at regattas to logging race times to helping with parking.
Team gear
Wear the green and orange
Show your team pride with Oakland Strokes gear.