Our Important Mission
Saving Lives
Prevent Drowning Foundation of San Diego believes that drowning is preventable and it is our mission to engage the community in a continuum of water safety programs and initiatives that provide access to the life-saving skill of swimming.
Since 2009, our purpose has been simple, we do everything we can to prevent drowning by spreading awareness and funding swim lesson programs for targeted individuals who have limited access to gaining the life-saving skill.
With our local school, community, and aquatic partners, we have impacted tens of thousands of young people in San Diego County and made their lives safer and more enjoyable.
How can you help? We invite you to support our vision by donating, volunteering, and helping us spread the word to save lives!
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Helping Our Community
SD Swims Grant Program
Spring 2024 Application Period Is Now Open!
PDFSD is looking for local schools, non-profits and local pools to collaborate in providing swim lessons and water safety programs in areas throughout San Diego County, targeting those individuals who have limited access to gaining the life-saving skill of swimming. Apply now!
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What Is San Diego Swim Safer?
San Diego Swim Safer is a public education campaign dedicated to preventing drowning deaths and injuries in San Diego County. San Diego Swim Safer aims to increase the knowledge of drowning prevention methods and access to swim lessons.
San Diego Swim Safer is coordinated through a partnership among the Prevent Drowning Foundation of San Diego, the County of San Diego and First 5 San Diego in support of the Live Well San Diego vision for healthy, safe and thriving communities.
Learn MoreCalifornia Water Safety Strategy
Working together for a California where everyone is safe in and around the water.
Working together for a California where everyone is safe in and around the water.
The CA-WSS aims to reduce drowning and aquatic injuries by fostering collaboration amount local communities, government agencies, and organizations. Learn more about this important strategy and what can be done in your local community to make California safer TOGETHER!
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Impacts For 2022
In addition, this past year PDFSD ramped up parent and toddler swim workshops, dryland education, bridged safety lessons at the pools to the open water, junior pool guard swim lessons, pool guard recruit swim lessons, and intergenerational swim lessons
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Recent News
Navigating Waves of Impact: The SDJGF To PDFSD Foundation Story
In 2008, our community faced tumultuous seas—economic downturn and looming budget cuts threatened the existence of the San Diego Junior Lifeguard program. This is where our story begins, a tale of advocacy, resilience, and the birth of the San Diego Junior Lifeguard Foundation (SDJGF). A Sea of Challenges and a Vision Emerges Faced with the …
Read MoreUnveiling a Fresh Chapter: Our New Website for the New Year
As we step into the dawn of a new year, we are thrilled to introduce you to our brand-new digital home. The launch of our revamped website marks not just a technological upgrade, but a commitment to enhancing your experience, fostering engagement, and sharing our journey in a more dynamic way. Aesthetics and Functionality: Where …
Read MoreCelebrating Milestones and Community Impact
As we take a moment to reflect on the journey of the past few years, it’s impossible not to be overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible support we’ve received from our volunteers, partners, and the amazing community that surrounds us. Every achievement, every milestone, and every life saved has been made possible through the collective …
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