Will Black Fund
The fund was established to honour the memory of Will Black, a passionate and accomplished yachtsman whose life was tragically cut short at the age of 28. Will’s dedication to the sea and his remarkable journey inspired his family to create this fund, aiming to provide financial assistance to young individuals aspiring to pursue careers in the maritime industry.
Will Black was a warm, funny and compassionate person who made friends wherever he went. Sailing was his life from a young age and following training at UKSA, he set off for a life on the water. Will was a talented ocean yachtsman who sailed around most of the globe. Sadly, on 25th September 2010, whilst working on a superyacht in Monaco, Will was involved in an accident. He was only 28.
Will’s family established the Will Black Fund to financially support individuals with a desire to enter the maritime sector in order for Will’s name to live on and give back to the industry he so loved.
The fund is available to young people with a drive to succeed in the maritime industry and a passion for being out on the water.
Your course advisor will be able to assess your eligibility, advise you on how much you might be able to get funded for, and support you with your funding applications. Please call 01983 203038 or email [email protected]
Unless otherwise agreed, all financial assistance awarded to students is repayable. This means you will start paying back the money loaned to you from UKSA three months after your course finishes.
Why Your Donation Matters
Your generous contribution to the Will Black Fund directly supports motivated young people who have the passion and drive to succeed in the maritime sector but lack the necessary financial resources.
By donating, you are helping to remove financial barriers, enabling them to access professional training and embark on fulfilling careers at sea.
Donating is simple and impactful. Visit our JustGiving page to make your contribution. Every donation, no matter the size, plays a crucial role in transforming lives and continuing Will’s legacy.
Every single day at UKSA is different! There is no way you could ever be bored here as there is always something going on and there are lots of different events happening in the on-site bar. My best memory here so far is learning how to sail a 40-foot yacht backwards!
Ollie Garton – Student/SY Cadetship
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