Kilroy Realty will support the US Sailing Team at major international events, including selection events, World Championships and the World Cup Series in the build-up to the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.

"The US Sailing Team is thrilled to work closely with Kilroy Realty to support our athletes in their quest for excellence," said Jack Gierhart, chief executive of US Sailing. 

"Our partnership creates a strong platform that will advance the competitiveness of our team. 

"Kilroy Realty is committed to supporting our athletes' Olympic dreams and I am confident our sailors will be wonderful ambassadors to promote Kilroy Realty’s brand and core values of leadership, innovation and sustainability."

The US Sailing Team features the top-performing athletes in 10 Olympic classes. 

This partnership will support the athletes by funding the advancement of technology, innovative fitness training, coaching, research and development, as well as vital campaign costs such as specialised support personnel and high-performance equipment upgrades.

"We are excited to be the primary sponsor of the US Sailing Team and their international competitive sailing programme," said John Kilroy, chairman and chief executive of Kilroy Realty.

"At Kilroy Realty, our corporate giving programme reflects a core belief that strong communities, growing industries and a healthy planet are critical for a thriving future. 

"We pride ourselves on our commitment to programmes that promote these ideals, including competitive sports, sustainability initiatives, innovative technology and women in leadership. 

"These programmes provide an opportunity for people, communities and organisations to achieve their dreams."

Kilroy Realty has a history of supporting US Sailing Team athletes and philanthropic efforts to grow sailing in the United States through the national governing body. 

The company sponsors Stephanie Roble and Maggie Shea, a 49erFX double-handed pair on the US Sailing Team. 

With this support, the duo are competing at a high-level at major 49erFX events around the world.

"Kilroy Realty appreciates and understands the resources and support required to organise successful Olympic sailing campaigns," said Malcolm Page, chief of US Olympic sailing.

"Our athletes will benefit immensely from this partnership. 

"Over the past several years, our athletes, coaches and staff have done an outstanding job of increasing the value of the US Sailing Team brand. 

"This partnership is a result of that hard work. 

"We are grateful for Kilroy Realty’s generosity and commitment to the sport of sailing in the United States."

Founded in 1897 and headquartered in Bristol in Rhode Island, US Sailing is a non-profit organisation.

It offers training and education programmes for instructors and race officials, supports a wide range of sailing organisations and communities and issues offshore rating certificates.

Furthermore, the body provides administration and oversight of competitive sailing across the country, including national championships and the US Sailing Team.