Skeleton Crew Adventures

What Skeleton Crew Adventures does

Skeleton Crew Adventures is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2016 by U.S. Navy veteran Taylor Grieger and headquartered in Houston, Texas, with operational bases in Kemah and Galveston. The organization delivers research-backed adventure therapy through sailing expeditions for veterans and first responders living with Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS), operating a structured program ladder: Inshore Sails (4–6 hour day sails on Galveston Bay), Coastal Sails (overnight voyages to Port Aransas), Offshore Adventures (7–14 day deep-sea expeditions), an Advancement & Growth track leading to a Captain's license, and the S/V Encore Advanced Sailing & Racing Program targeting competitive Texas regattas through 2026.

The core technology consists of two sailing vessels — S/V Godspeed, a 1981 Nautor Swan 51 (#14 of 32 produced), and S/V Encore, an Olson 40 Tiller monohull — combined with a research-driven adventure therapy methodology drawing on psychology, neuroscience, and experiential challenge. Programs are supported by third-party tools such as PredictWind for weather routing and Quantum Sails for performance sail design, and delivered by a 9-person staff of uniformly military-affiliated personnel (USN, USMC, USA), including licensed captains and instructors. Since inception the organization has served over 3,000 active military personnel and veterans, with 2025 operational metrics of 86 lives changed, 214 sail experiences, and 1,620.5 nautical miles sailed with zero lives lost.

The business model is donation-funded with tier-based sponsorship ($900 inshore, $1,600 coastal, $2,600 offshore per veteran) and accepts one-time, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual contributions, plus designated-purpose donations for events such as the Harvest Moon Regatta. A supplemental merchandise line of over 20 SKUs (apparel, hats, drinkware, bags priced $16.50–$75) generates modest ancillary revenue through the swag store. Go-to-market is community-led and event-driven: word-of-mouth referrals through veteran networks, partnerships with veteran advocacy organizations (Impact A Hero), brand collaborations (Sig Sauer, Helly Hansen, Cape Horn Tequila, Eagle Group, CAVU International), and a government grant partnership with the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans' Assistance. Awareness is amplified by the founder's feature documentary 'Hell or High Seas' and the 2023 Ocean Globe Race participation as the only U.S. boat in the competition.

Name

Skeleton Crew Adventures

Legal name

Skeleton Crew Adventures

Website

https://skeletoncrewadventures.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Skeleton Crew Adventures is a Texas-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that delivers research-backed adventure therapy through sailing expeditions to veterans and first responders living with Post-Traumatic Stress, operating a tiered program from day sails to offshore voyages aboard two vessels, funded primarily by donations and grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Houston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Donations and Fundraising: Tax-deductible charitable donations from individuals, corporations, and organizations supporting veteran mental health. Donations cover program costs including boat maintenance, safety gear, training, and operational logistics. All programs provided at little to no cost to participants.
2. Merchandise Sales (Swag Store): E-commerce sales of branded merchandise including apparel, accessories, and gear. Items range from $16.50 (enamel mugs) to $75.00 (quarter-zip pullovers). Some merchandise specifically benefits Team USA initiatives.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Skeleton Crew Adventures delivers sailing-based adventure therapy programs for U.S. military veterans and first responders living with Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS). Programs include Inshore Sails (4-6 hour day sails on Galveston Bay), Coastal Sails (overnight voyages from Galveston to Port Aransas), Offshore Adventures (7-14 day deep-sea expeditions), and the Advancement & Growth Program that leads participants toward Captain's licensing. The organization also runs an Advanced Sailing & Racing Program via S/V Encore. Programs are delivered at little to no cost to participants, funded by charitable donations and merchandise sales.

Product overview

Skeleton Crew Adventures is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization offering research-backed adventure therapy through sailing programs for veterans and first responders with Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS). The core offering consists of sailing-based therapy programs — Inshore Sails (4-6 hour day sails on Galveston Bay), Coastal Sails (overnight coastal voyages from Galveston to Port Aransas), Offshore Adventures (7-14 day deep-sea expeditions), and the Advancement & Growth Program (leading to Captain's licensing). The organization also operates the S/V Encore – Advanced Sailing & Racing Program for competitive racing. Its fleet includes two sailing vessels: S/V Godspeed, a 1981 Nautor Swan 51 used for offshore expeditions, and S/V Encore, an Olson 40 Tiller used for the racing and advanced program. The organization generates supplemental revenue through a merchandise line (swag) including apparel (hoodies, t-shirts, polos, hats, sweatpants), drinkware (enamel mugs), bags, and accessories branded with the SCA logo, sold via its website. Donation funding options at fixed tiers ($900 inshore, $1,600 coastal, $2,600 offshore) support program participation at little to no cost for members.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Inshore Sails Program

Quantifiable outcome

• 86 lives changed with zero lives lost in 2025
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core, major and minor.

• Ocean Globe RaceflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023In 2023, Skeleton Crew Adventures was the only boat representing the United States in The Ocean Globe Race, an international sailing competition. This partnership showcases their elite sailing capabilities and commitment to veteran advocacy on a global stage.
• Sig SauercoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCo-branded merchandise partnership with Sig Sauer. The partnership includes branded polo shirts and collaborative marketing efforts supporting veteran causes.
• Cape Horn TequilacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCo-founded by Taylor Grieger, SCA's founder. Cape Horn Tequila supports veteran causes through proceeds from sales. Partnership includes co-branded merchandise and event sponsorship.
• PredictWindcoreTechnology or IntegrationWeather forecasting and routing technology partner providing navigation tools essential for offshore sailing expeditions and race planning.
• Helly HansenmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerTechnical outdoor apparel partner providing professional-grade sailing gear and clothing for crew members.
• Quantum SailscoreTechnology or IntegrationSail manufacturer and design partner providing high-performance sails for the organization's vessels.
• Eagle GroupmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerManufacturing partner with CEO Adam Tesanovich serving on SCA's board. Deep commitment to supporting veteran affairs.
• Green Castle ConsultingmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerBusiness consulting firm with owner Joe Crandall (former Navy SEAL) serving on SCA's board of directors.
• Impact A HeromajorGTM or Marketing PartnerVeteran advocacy organization providing additional support resources for program participants.
• CAVU InternationalmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerAerospace/aviation company with Vice Chairman Dell Bull (former Rear Admiral) and VP Wes Spence (former Navy SEAL) serving on SCA's board.
• Aiko BrandsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBrand partner supporting the organization's merchandise and marketing efforts.
• FreshflyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMarketing and creative services partner supporting the organization's brand and communications.
• Centric PipeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerIndustrial partner providing support for the organization's operational needs.
• Canopy SolutionsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSolutions partner supporting organizational operations and logistics.
• CobbsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner providing support services for the organization's operations.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/skeleton-crew-adventures

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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