Milestone edition supports local breast cancer awareness, Positive and Elektralytes foundation.s
SIMPSON BAY:--- The 10th Anniversary Pink Sunset Sail has made history as the largest edition to date, welcoming 300 guests across four boats for an unforgettable evening of unity, awareness, and fundraising. Thanks to the overwhelming support of the community, sponsors, and ticket buyers, the event raised just over $12,500 in support of the Positive Foundation and the Elektralyets Foundation.
Guests gathered at the Pink Mixer at Aqua Mania Adventures at Simpson Bay Resort & Marina to kick off the afternoon with rosé, snacks, live steel pan music, a 360 photo booth, and face painting before setting sail. Four catamarans — Lambada, Tango, and two Golden Eagle catamarans from Out Island Charters — departed together for a stunning sunset cruise, and the highly anticipated onboard raffle. With over 200 prizes donated by generous local businesses, the raffle once again underscored the island’s incredible spirit of giving.
“This is a milestone event for us,” said Michele Korteweg of Shortcut 2 Success, event organizer on behalf of Aqua Mania Adventures. “Seeing four boats sold out, record fundraising, and such energy from our community, shows how deeply this cause resonates. It’s a beautiful reminder of what we can accomplish together.”
“We extend our deepest gratitude to Aqua Mania Adventures and their incredible team for hosting and supporting the 10th Anniversary Pink Sunset Sail with such passion and dedication.” Sail Shelly Aphonso on behalf of the Positive Foundation.
“To every participant who came aboard to sail, celebrate, and support the cause — thank you for keeping the spirit of hope and awareness alive for ten wonderful years. Here’s to 10 years of sailing for a cause — and to many more sunsets shared in strength, solidarity, and survivorship!” continued Mercedes van der Waal-Wyatt on behalf of the Elektralytes Foundation.
The funds raised will help both the Positive and Elektralytes Foundations continue to provide free mammograms for uninsured women and distribute educational materials throughout the community.
The Pink Sunset Sail, organized annually by Aqua Mania Adventures, has become one of the island’s most beloved Breast Cancer Awareness Month traditions. Over the past decade, it has raised vital funds to support education, early detection, and access to mammograms, empowering the local community in the fight against breast cancer.