2013 Annual Report - Bayfront Maritime Center

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FROM THE DIRECTOR
BMC celebrated its 15th anniversary in May! BMC has become a staple on the
waterfront over the years, remaining on the cutting edge with unique and effective
programming for Erie youth. Our latest boatbuilding project, the St. Ayles Skiff, is the start of
Erie’s first ever Community Rowing Program! In the face of budget cuts, BMC continued to
deliver the quality programs that produce stellar kids! We are pleased to announce that
BMC’s after-school program for teens, Project SAIL, has been partially funded for 3 years by
the United Way of Erie County. Please visit BMC’s waterfront campus to see the important
work we do with youth. Thank you for being a part of our story! Rich Eisenberg
SMALL BOAT FESTIVAL
The third annual Cardboard Boat Regatta inspired young and old to build and race in boats
made of only cardboard, tape, glue, and paint. The event is fun for those on and off the
water. In 2012 the Juvenile Justice Department’s boat exemplified a core value of BMC,
determination in the face of adversity. Their boat “Takin’ A Bite Outta Crime” capsized at the
dock and the participants went into the water. All had given up except for one young man
who got back into the half-sunken boat and finished the entire race by himself.
The expansion to a Small
Boat Festival included the
Presque Isle Bay
Messabout. The Messabout
drew participants from all
over the country, including
Florida. The 2013 Small Boat
Festival will take place the
weekend of Saturday,
August 10th. You can
register online at:
www.bayfrontcenter.org/
cardboard/
“I was shut down when I came to BAEP but the teachers broke
down my walls, and now I enjoy learning.”
-Eric B.
BAEP Student and Project SAIL Apprentice
BAYFRONT ALTERNATIVE
EDUCATION PROGRAM
The Bayfront Alternative Education Program is a collaborative
partnership between the Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center, Erie
School District, and BMC. BAEP staff utilize the Sanctuary
Model which teaches social skills such as: non-violence,
emotional intelligence, social learning, and open
communication.
This year the students built a St. Ayles
Skiff and practiced their language arts
skills by creating a student
boatbuilding blog. See all the hard
work they’ve been doing by visiting:
bmcstaylesskiff.blogspot.com
PROJECT SAIL
Project SAIL is an after-school program for students (15-18) to
experience hands-on maritime based educational and
vocational training. The after-school period is an extremely
vulnerable time for youth. BMC fills this void by providing
active, innovative, and engaging programming. Project SAIL is
made possible by a 3 year challenge grant from the T.K.
Foundation. The United Way of Erie County matched this grant
to continue Project SAIL through 2016.
Why Project Based Learning works:
 Increases long-term retention of content
 Improves problem-solving and collaborative skills
 Improves students’ attitudes towards learning
Strobel & van Barneveld 2009 & Walker & Leary 2009
“My favorite subject is Science. This is my first year
in the Bayfront Summer Program. My favorite part
is getting to go on boats.”
-Kasline B.
3rd grader from Puerto
Rico
BAYFRONT SUMMER MIGRANT PROGRAM
The nationally recognized Bayfront Migrant IU5/ESD
Summer Program offers a unique summer learning
experience for children of migrant workers and students
who are English Language Learners. The program is a
partnership between the Pennsylvania Department of
Education-Migrant Division, the Northwest Tri-County
Intermediate Unit 5, the School District of the City of Erie,
Edinboro University and the Bayfront Maritime Center.
The Bayfront Migrant program helps students progress
with their academics and language skills. The unique
combination of on the water experience and hands-on
learning are vital in these students’ success.
“The value of the EASE Program can be seen on our daughter,
Kristi's face every time she walks onto the dock to get ready
to sail. Although she is non-verbal, the look on her face
speaks volumes about how she loves to go sailing. Kristi
absolutely loves the experience that keeps us coming back
year after year.”
-Tim H.
EASE Parent
ERIE ADAPTIVE SAILING EXPERIENCE
Erie Adaptive Sailing Experience (EASE) is a volunteer run sailing program that allows children with physical and mental
challenges to enjoy the adventure of sailing. EASE is the only adaptive sailing program in Pennsylvania. The experience
of sailing brings joy and independence to its participants. Bren Lindell, co-director of EASE and BMC Board President
says, “The EASE program enjoyed another great summer of sailing. In the last three years we have been concentrating
on capacity building by purchasing 3 new boats and adding a new dock. Our most prized asset continues to be our
volunteers that have enabled us to expand our program, adding new ideas and enthusiasm.”
Become a BMC member today!
“Being a member and a volunteer at BMC, I feel that my donation and
my time makes a difference in the lives of Erie youth.”
- Jerry Bien Member & Volunteer
BMC MEMBERS
Admiral ($1,000 and up)
J.C. Bloomstine
Erie Insurance
Richard & Louise Loesel
Bianchi Honda
Erie Yacht Club
Foundation
Howard & Mary Lincoln
Donjon Shipbuilding
T.K. Foundation
$27,000
Erie Community Foundation
$15,000
Erie Insurance
$14,000
Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority
$10,019
Northwestern Pennsylvania Autism Society
$2,000
Erie Community Foundation Erie GIVES
$1,573
Dr. Douglas Nagle Foundation
of the Erie Community Foundation
$582
Mark Rickloff
Samantha Lincoln
Dr. Herald Green
GRANTS
Marquette Savings Bank
Andrew Lincoln
Ron Esser
Erie Community
Foundation
http://bayfrontcenter.org/membership/
MacDonald Illig Jones &
Britton
Tungsten Creative
Jeremy Lincoln
Captain ($500 and up)
Michael Bal
Erie Yacht Club
Chett Giermak
Mark Schreckengost
Jeffery & Susan Beich
Tricia Everest
Linda Layman
Silk Screen Unlimited
David Blake
Gannon University Chaplin's Office
Blossom McBrier
Mate ( $250 and up)
Andrew & Josephine
Lawlor
Marta Baran
Patricia Fussell
David Bierig
William Hartleb
Jeffery & Carol Blake
Thomas Kennedy
Builders Hardware
William Casey
Steve & Mary Oas
Betsy & Chip Riehl
Dr. Michael Machuga
Rod Troester
Elizabeth Miller
Kim Kobielski
Sreela Sasi
Alex & Amanda Nagle
William & Emily Kuhn
Lawrence & Susan Schultz
Douglas & Carol Nagle
Beth Dubik
Barbara Welton
Boatswain ($100 and up)
Robert H. Allshouse
Ed & Marlene Carpenter
Peter J. Gorny
Kevin Moczulski
Patty Baldwin
Susan Cunningham
Roy Harsh
Jerome and Judith Bien
Neil & Heather Donovan
Richard Hersey
Walnut Creek Middle
School
C. Bloomstine
James & Barbara
Gallagher
Philip Hirsch
Blues Society of Western
PA
Lewis Briggs & Lynee
Lindhart
Silvia & Jim Gallagher
Dr. William P. Garvey
Don Gorman
Tom & Alexa Seip
Kevin Karg
Diana & Leon Simoni
Andrew Kalivoda
Eleanor Weisman
FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
Fiscal Year 2011-2012
Janet S. Klein
Kevin John O'Connell
Revenue
Deckhand ($50 and up)
Anonymous
GE Foundation
Bren and Kathy Lindell
John Ryan
Ross Aresco & Michelle
Griffith-Aresco
Donald Faulhaber
Jane Manross
Ray Schreckengost
Jessica Gallagher
Deborah Mathais
Richard Shade
Barbara Chiaramonte
Maureen Griffin
David & Heather McBrier
David & Barbara Skelton
Dotty Cokinos
Don Gorman
Steve McDermott
Dave A. & Jane Smith
Program Service
Revenue
Erie Power Squadron
Mary Harsh
Douglas Nagle III
Aleasha Stainbrook
Other Revenue
Joesph Cunningham
Wilbur Hillen Jr.
Buck & Katie Nagle
James Tingley
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Cross
Elaine Hirsch
Jeffery Nagle
Linda Witchcoff
Sue Daley
Perry Hooper
Joe & Courtney Nagle
Phillip & Cathy Zacks
Elizabeth Detisch
Paul & Kathy Jenkins
Peter Reyburn
Ehrlich
R. Douglass & Joelle
Klaber Jr.
Wendy Robertson
Erie Power Squadron
BMC
TAFF
$13,339
$140,479
$146,973
Contributions &
Grants
Expenses
$14,162
Jodi Carpenter
Lauren Moss
Nick Rinn
Maritime Educator Boat Builder
AmeriCorps*VISTA
Maritime Educator
Amy Eisenberg
Vince Nientimp
George Stabile
Executive Assistant
Maritime Educator
Project SAIL Director
Richard Eisenberg
Harold Rinn
Dennis Williams
Executive Director
STEM Director
BAEP Supervisor & Project SAIL
$83,746
Program Expenses
$240,820
Administration
Fundraising