Make an In-Kind Impact
Support L3 with Tax-Deductable In-Kind Contributions
At Cultivating Currents, non-cash gifts—including equipment, space, pro bono services—are powerful contributions that help keep our “Living Loop Lab” adventure afloat. Your generosity provides everything from field tools to media support and teen scholarships, making us more resilient and mission-driven.
We’re currently finalizing our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status — in the meantime, tax-deductible donations can be made through our fiscal sponsor, Miles4TheMinds, a registered nonprofit supporting youth mental health and science outreach. All contributions will be processed through Miles4TheMinds and designated for Cultivating Currents and the Living Loop Lab initiative.
What We Need...
Not sure if your gift fits? Please reach out—we’re open to ideas that support youth science!
Help Power Our Journey — RV / Mobile Lab Wanted
We’re seeking a robust, road-worthy RV or mobile lab van to carry us between ports, host youth science kits and outreach gear, and serve as a shuttle for staff and supplies along our 6,000-mile loop. The ideal vehicle offers enough cargo and sleeping/working space for a small crew, secure storage for scientific gear, and reliable performance for long-distance travel and coastal excursions. You can fin more info here.
Loop Research Boat
We’re seeking a powerboat built for the loop journey of 6,000+ miles and for science workshops and youth-led data collection. The ideal vessel is a utility/trawler style monohaul, catamaran, or traimaran. I needs be able to navigate the loop with a small crew but have deck space to accomodate science events at our stops and layovers. Here are the preferred specs.
Professional Services
Marketing, web design, legal, video, etc.
Venues
Event space, dock access, classroom venues
Media
Production, Photography, videography
Scientific Equipment
Microscopes, nets, field sampling kits
Expedition Support
Food, lodging, travel for youth or staff during expedition events
Easy Process, Great Cause - And Deductible!
Submit the form
Complete the donation form below with your gift details
Confirm logistics
We’ll coordinate dates or pickups, and issue a receipt
Recognition
If requested, we’ll recognize your gift on our site, in expedition materials, or social media
About Tax & Recognition
Your contribution means a lot – to both of us!
We abide by IRS Fair Market Value (FMV) practices—your gift receipt will confirm your contribution and list the item(s) donated
We'll also work with you on public acknowledgment (logo, name listing, anonymous, etc.) according to your preferences.
Why In-Kind Gifts Matter
Reduce Costs
You help reduce our out-of-pocket costs, allowing more funds to go directly to youth programming
Build Community
You build community ties through your talents, space, or equipment
Expand Reach
You enhance our expedition’s geographic reach and effectiveness by enabling pop-up labs and storytelling everywhere we dock
Not Sure What To Give?
Let’s chat! Whether it’s gear, services, venues, or logistics, we’ll work with you to maximize your impact.
We’re seeking a powerboat built for the loop journey of 6,000+ miles and for science workshops and youth-led data collection. The ideal vessel is a utility/trawler style, catamaran, or trimaran. It needs to be able to navigate the loop with a small crew but have deck space to accommodate science events at our stops and layovers.
Necessary Specs
(*items are required to manage the canal, depth, and bridge restrictions on the loop):
- *Length: 35-65 ft
- *Beam: max 23′
- *Draft: 4-5′ max
- *Air Draft (height): 9’5″
- Fuel capacity: 250+ gallons
- Deck layout suitable for labs, gear, science work, youth gathering
- AC & generator
- Large, open galley
- Comms
- Bow & stern thrusters (esp on larger boats)
- Easy access to engine room
- Molded stairs (vs ladders)
- High gunnel & rails on walkarounds
- Min 2 staterooms – 3 would allow us to do more
Wish List Specs
- Solar power
- Desalinization
- Electronic controls – meaning no separate clutch and throttle controls
- Cummins, Cat or Detroit Diesel engines – easier to find mechanics and parts
- Auto pilot and update electronics
- W/D on board
- Swim step
- Dinghy w/lift