The Grace Club
We're grateful to the 45 passionate Palmetto Bluff families who, in cooperation wtih Southstreet Partners, provided funding to complete the necessary repairs and return Grace to sustainable service. Thanks to the generosity of these founding members, the beloved jewel of the May River will once again benefit all Palmetto Bluff residents and the broader Bluffton Community
The mission of The Grace Club is to assure Grace’s continued service for the enjoyment of all at Palmetto Bluff. In partnership with local organizations, Grace will also be an ambassador to the entire Beaufort County area, serving as both as an educational platform and inspiration to others.
Grace charter fees, The Grace Club annual membership dues, and donations are used to fund operations—and the all-important maintenance a yacht of her stature deserves.
The Grace Club is a non-profit organization that has assumed ownership and operational responsibility of Grace. The Grace Club was founded by 45 Palmetto Bluff families and South Street Partners, who provided the initial funding to complete necessary repairs to return her to sustainable service for the benefit of all Palmetto Bluff residents as well as the broader Bluffton Community.
While Grace is beautiful, she is also very old. And, like any boat, older wooden yachts require constant attention and loving care in the form of regular maintenance such as varnish work, canvass work, hull and bottom repairs, woodworking and paint. That's where the Grace Club can make a world of difference.
WHAT CAN THE GRACE CLUB DO FOR YOU?
For over 15 years, Grace provided memorable cruising experiences on our beautiful May River, overlooking the town of Bluffton and the surrounding waterways. And she's ready to do it all again with a series of regularly scheduled May River Cruises and Private Charter availability.
The Grace Club Has Four Tiers of Membership: Annual Club Members, Founding Members, Honor Circle Members and Honorary Founding Members.
Here are all the ways you can join The Grace Club, and the benefits you can expect to receive.
Annual Member
- One year Annual Membership
- 8 free tickets for Scheduled Social Cruises (Max 2 per cruise; additional tickets can be purchased at the GC member rate, which is currently $95)
- Discounted rate for Private Charters of $2,500. (General Public rate $4,500)
Founding Member
- 1st year of Annual Member included
- Subsequent years membership at the going Annual Member rate (currently$1,250)
- 8 free tickets for Scheduled Social Cruises (Max 2 per cruise)
- Name on Founders Plaque onboard Grace
Founding Member Honor Circle
- 2 years of Annual Membership included
- Subsequent years membership at the going Annual Member rate
- 2 Private Charters
- 2 items of your choice from The Captain’s Closet
- Name on Founders Honor Circle Plaque
J.B. Cousins Honorary Founding Member
- 5 Years of Annual Membership included
- Subsequent years membership at the going Annual Member rate
- 5 Private Charters
- 5 items of your choice from The Captain's Closet Name on Joseph B. Cousins Honorary Founder Plaque. J.B. Cousins was the 1st owner of the Grace
- Name inscribed on The Grace Dock Pavilion in thanks of your extraordinary contribution
Upgrade your existing Membership
To become a Grace Club member of any type, please draft a check payable to The Grace Club and mail it to Captain Lee Leonard at 3 Irene Street, Bluffton SC 29910. Or simply call Captain Lee at 415 378-5314. Note: Please know that while The Grace Club is a non-profit entity, we do not yet have our 501-c3 status, so donations are not tax deductible at this point in time.
All Club Members Qualify For These Benefits and More
