Founding Member Opportunities

Founding Members

WaveWorks Alliance is powered by companies that choose to lead from the start. Your early commitment provides the foundation for our national work, enabling us to launch new programs, expand maritime career awareness, and reach communities across the country.

As a founding member, your company helps shape a bold, forward‑looking movement focused on long‑term impact and meaningful access to careers in the ocean economy.

Founding membership extends to all employees within your organization.

IRS Tax Status and Donation Eligibility

WaveWorks Alliance is recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, meaning all donations are fully tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

This designation affirms our nonprofit status, ensures that your contributions directly support our mission to expand access to careers in the ocean economy, and offers you potential tax benefits. Your support helps us build a stronger, more inclusive maritime workforce.

WaveWorks is committed to transparency and accountability. In accordance with IRS regulations, we make the following documents available to the public upon request:

• IRS Determination Letter
• Form 1023 (Application for Tax-Exempt Status)

To request copies of these documents, please email us at info@waveworksalliance.org with the subject line “Document Request.” You may also send a written request to our mailing address, P.O. Box 814, Portland, ME 04104. We will respond within 30 days of receiving your request.

Thank you for your interest in our mission and operations.