Star Class Honoring the Past, Leading the Future
March 13, 2025
Dear Star sailors,
We are in the final stretch of closing our fund for Rachele and her girls following the tragic death of their father and husband, Matteo, in January. Thanks to the generosity of 166 sailors from all nations and classes, a great match by the Sperry family last Thursday, we have raised $76,000 to date.
We need YOUR HELP to raise the final $24K to get to $100K. To make this easier, every dollar you donate between now and midnight on the 15th, will have double the impact as it will be matched! The Parfet, Iverson, Saidelli and Cayard families will provide the $12K for this match..
DONATE HERE
Come on Star fleet, let’s get this done!
Paul Cayard
Dear Star Friends,
On January 12, 2025, our Star Class Communications Director, Rachele Vitello, tragically lost her husband, Matteo, in a skiing accident. This sudden loss was a shock to all those who knew Matteo and love his young family. Obviously, his loss is most devastating for Rachele and their two young daughters: Allegra, 14 and Carlotta, 12.
Rachele, who is a friend to all of us in the Star Class, is now a single mother with a lot of responsibility. While nothing will bring Matteo back, we can make an impactful gift for the future of his daughters. It would be a kind gesture for all of us, in the Star family, to consider a contribution for the higher education of Allegra and Carlotta.
Please join me by sending a check, wire, or using your credit card, to contribute to the Vitello Fund per the options below. Jerelyn will aggregate our contributions make one wire transfer, on behalf of all Star Class members, to Rachele on March 15th.
The Star Class is the greatest fraternity in Sailing. Now is the time to help one of our own. Thank you for your compassion and generosity!
Paul Cayard
