Our teams have each committed to swimming 100 laps (2500 yards; 1.42 miles; 7500 feet; 90,000 inches!) on June 25, 2026 to help raise awareness of the need for accessible swim education in New York City.

Formal swimming lessons can reduce the likelihood of childhood drowning by as much as 88% (USA Swimming Foundation), but access to swim education is inconsistent and mired in inequality:

79% of children in households with incomes less than $50,000 have little-to-no swimming ability (USA Swimming Foundation).
69% of African-American children, 58% of Latino children and 42% of White children do not know how to swim (USA Swimming Foundation).
Black children drown at almost triple the overall national rate (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

Friends of + POOL provides everything a student needs to be successful in the swim program. This includes swim gear consisting of a swimsuit, swim cap, goggles, towel, pool bag, and booklet that outlines the lessons learned each day of class. With private swim instruction financially out of reach for many New Yorkers, your donation may help save a life, and ensures kids have a great summer!

Thank you!

2026 Ready, Set, Swim! 100 laps for + POOL

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