Every Journey Deserves
A Chance to Dive

The Dive Pirates Foundation empowers people of all ages and abilities to experience the healing freedom of the water. Our 2026 recipients each bring a unique story of challenge and determination, and your support helps them rediscover strength, confidence, and connection beneath the surface.

To find out more about our recipients featured below and support a diver’s journey, simply click on their photo to reach the recipient’s personal funding page. Alternatively, you click the button below to sponsor some or all of a trip

PIRATES IN TRAINING for 2026

$0 of $5,000 raised

DPF Arthur Mavrode 2 300x300

$1,610 of $5,000 raised

$0 of $5,000 raised

$326 of $5,000 raised

DPF Brittney Melick

$0 of $5,000 raised

$1 of $5,000 raised

PIRATES IN TRAINING for 2027

Michael Rowell_Photo

$1,989 of $5,000 raised

Eliseo Matos

$50 of $5,000 raised