why yacht crew?
The scenery might be different, but the skills are the same.
From working at sea in high-pressure situations, yacht crew have honed their practical and logistical skills, developed a strong work ethic, and the ability to connect with people from all backgrounds.
We’re now using those skills where they matter most—contributing to humanitarian projects with a greater sense of purpose.
If your NGO could use dedicated, skilled support, let’s connect and make a difference together.
NGOs we've worked with
Movement On The Ground specialises in transforming refugee camps into more safe, enabling and self-sufficient communities and has been involved in projects across Greece, Lebanon, Syria, the Netherlands, Poland and Ukraine. We were lucky enough to team up with them in Morocco.
Who are yacht crew?
Engineers
Mechanical and electrical experts used to working in high-pressure environments. They excel at thinking critically and solving problems, often with limited resources.
deck crew
From maintenance and repairs to navigation, crane operations, guest interaction and logistics. Deck crew are great at thinking ahead and ensuring the safety and welfare of those onboard.
chefs
Known for working 16+ hour days for weeks on end, yacht chefs can cater to many people from tiny kitchens. They’re highly organised, culturally sensitive, and skilled at maximising resources.
Interior
Organised and attentive, interior crew are adept at creating comfortable environments. They’re detail-orientated, resourceful and excellent at understanding others’ needs while tackling logistical challenges.
Who benefits
This is the cool part, everyone does.
Non-profits
Increase their output and positive impact thanks to human and capital resources from the yachting industry.
Collectively, we help thousands of people who genuinely need it have a better quality of life.
Crew
Have a meaningful way to spend their time off, volunteering with a purpose through non-profits we know and trust.
They get to experience new cultures, reset from the boat, use their skills to help those in need and connect with humanity on a new level.
Yachts
By enabling crew to volunteer, you’ll retain the quality team members who are more invested in the boat. Keeping their skills and knowledge onboard ensures the boat is safer, smoother and the guest experience is improved.
Less time / money is spent on recruitment and the yacht’s connection to humanitarian projects makes it even more desirable to work on and charter.
Yachting industry
By financially supporting the volunteer projects crew are involved with, the yachting industry takes a step toward meeting key environmental, social, and development goals.
This human-centred approach demonstrates the positive impact the industry can have on the world, showcasing its commitment to global responsibility and meaningful change.
Frequently asked questions
Still have questions?
For sure you do.
Reach out and we’ll talk it through.
Typically, we need to know at least a month in advance. But if you have a last-minute project, let us know and we’ll see what can be arranged.
Yes, crew are experienced in high-pressure environments onboard, where they are trained to prioritize safety and think critically—focusing on solutions rather than problems.
Set and forget. Once crew have an understanding of a project, you’ll be able to leave them to get work done.
That will depend on the individual, but as part of our screening process, we ensure crew members are committed to volunteering for the right reasons.
Meaningful change starts with a connection.
These are some of the ways you can get involved:
- Sign up to volunteer
- Partner with a project
- Follow us on our socials
Or simply drop us a message. We’re open to any ideas for collaboration.