What We Do
Hope Floats partners with high-quality swim schools to provide swimming lessons scholarships for children in low-income families. Hope Floats raises money by partnering with individuals, businesses, and foundations that want to be a force for good in their communities. Scholarships and tuition assistance is provided to children who might not otherwise be able to afford swim lessons.
Did You Know?
Drowning Facts:
- Drowning is the Leading Cause of Accidental Death in the U.S. for Ages 4 & Under (CDC).
- Drowning is the 2nd Leading Cause of Accidental Death in the U.S. for Ages 14 & Under (CDC).
- Globally, the highest drowning rates are among children 1-4 years, followed by children 5-9 years (WHO).
- Lower socioeconomic status is associated with higher risk of drowning (WHO).
- Black children in the U.S. drown at rates 5.5 times higher than white children (CDC).
Scientific Benefits of Swimming for Children:
- Participation in formal swim lessons reduces risk of drowning by 88%! (NIH)
- Children who learn to swim at a young age, not only can save their own life, but reach developmental milestones earlier than their non-swimming peers. According to Griffith University research (2013), participation in swim lessons at an early age boosts the development of the Whole Child and they measure up to:
- 20 months ahead in understanding directions
- 17 months ahead in story recall
- 10 months ahead in cognitive skills
- 7 months ahead in fine motor skills
How Can I Help?
- Take Action today by donating! YOUR donation funds scholarships for children in YOUR community. Local funds for local kids - become a hometown hero!
- Are You a Business Owner? Partner with Hope Floats to show your community and clients how much you care. Contact Hope Floats for more ways to get involved. (info@hopefloats.foundation)
Your monthly scholarship donation is fully tax-deductible, and you will receive an email receipt each month. This donation is completely separate from any transactions with your swim school. You may cancel or change your donation amount at any time using the link at the bottom of each month's emailed receipt.
