Eraulo, East Timor
Historic Vessel Vega delivers an entire workshop, seeds and one metric ton of fertilizer.
After major repairs to Vega and a series of surgeries, Shane must undergo one more essential medical procedure in order to safely return to his duties as captain. Without this surgery, Vega cannot resume her humanitarian voyages.
The fundraiser covers both Shane’s medical needs and the essential operating costs required for Vega to continue her mission.
The estimated USD 24,800 will go toward:
Shane’s upcoming surgery, hospitalization, and recovery
Remaining maintenance needed for Vega’s sails, rigging, fuel, and basic yearly operating costs
Preparing Vega to return to service for the 2026 delivery missions
All funds go directly to these purposes.
Unfortunately, due to the nature of Shane’s condition and our location of work, insurance does not cover the required treatment.
We have personally funded all previous surgeries, aftercare, and Vega’s refit costs. At this point, our resources are fully depleted, and community support is the only way we can continue the mission.
Shane is the only licensed captain and technical operator capable of safely navigating Vega through remote waters and handling the traditional rig, without asking to be paid.
Until he completes this surgery and recovers, we cannot legally or safely sail, nor continue our deliveries to remote island communities.
Yes. For more than 20 years, Vega has delivered nearly 300 tons of medical and educational supplies to remote island communities that rarely receive outside assistance.
Our mission continues—this fundraiser helps us resume it as soon as possible.
If Shane’s surgery goes ahead as scheduled and his recovery is smooth, we expect Vega to be back in operation within the 2026 mission timeline.
We will post regular updates on progress and readiness.
We are committed to full transparency.
Donors will receive:
Updates on Shane’s medical progress
Updates on Vega’s repair and readiness
A summary after funds are used
Our 20-year track record speaks for itself: every dollar goes toward our mission, not salaries or personal profit.
Yes—donated medical supplies, educational materials, or boat maintenance items are always appreciated.
Please contact us at: vega@sailvega.com to coordinate.
Any additional funds will be used exclusively for Vega’s humanitarian missions:
fuel, supplies, medical deliveries, and maintenance to keep her sailing to remote communities.
All funds allocated for the surgery will remain reserved until the procedure occurs.
We will provide updates if there are scheduling changes.
Share the fundraiser on social media
Follow Vega on Facebook and Instagram
Spread the word among maritime, sailing, and humanitarian communities
Support with donated supplies or volunteer help
Everything helps us get back to sea.
After major repairs to Vega and a series of surgeries, Shane must undergo one more essential medical procedure in order to safely return to his duties as captain. Without this surgery, Vega cannot resume her humanitarian voyages.
The fundraiser covers both Shane’s medical needs and the essential operating costs required for Vega to continue her mission.
The estimated USD 24,800 will go toward:
Shane’s upcoming surgery, hospitalization, and recovery
Remaining maintenance needed for Vega’s sails, rigging, fuel, and basic yearly operating costs
Preparing Vega to return to service for the 2026 delivery missions
All funds go directly to these purposes.
Unfortunately, due to the nature of Shane’s condition and our location of work, insurance does not cover the required treatment.
We have personally funded all previous surgeries, aftercare, and Vega’s refit costs. At this point, our resources are fully depleted, and community support is the only way we can continue the mission.
Shane is the only licensed captain and technical operator capable of safely navigating Vega through remote waters and handling the traditional rig, without asking to be paid.
Until he completes this surgery and recovers, we cannot legally or safely sail, nor continue our deliveries to remote island communities.
Yes. For more than 20 years, Vega has delivered nearly 300 tons of medical and educational supplies to remote island communities that rarely receive outside assistance.
Our mission continues—this fundraiser helps us resume it as soon as possible.
If Shane’s surgery goes ahead as scheduled and his recovery is smooth, we expect Vega to be back in operation within the 2026 mission timeline.
We will post regular updates on progress and readiness.
We are committed to full transparency.
Donors will receive:
Updates on Shane’s medical progress
Updates on Vega’s repair and readiness
A summary after funds are used
Our 20-year track record speaks for itself: every dollar goes toward our mission, not salaries or personal profit.
Yes—donated medical supplies, educational materials, or boat maintenance items are always appreciated.
Please contact us at: vega@sailvega.com to coordinate.
Any additional funds will be used exclusively for Vega’s humanitarian missions:
fuel, supplies, medical deliveries, and maintenance to keep her sailing to remote communities.
All funds allocated for the surgery will remain reserved until the procedure occurs.
We will provide updates if there are scheduling changes.
Share the fundraiser on social media
Follow Vega on Facebook and Instagram
Spread the word among maritime, sailing, and humanitarian communities
Support with donated supplies or volunteer help
Everything helps us get back to sea.
