Kupanda Kids Make a Splash at Colina Del Sol Pool
This spring and summer, the Kupanda Kids wrapped up another successful season of swim lessons at Colina Del Sol Pool, building water confidence and lifesaving skills that will last a lifetime. Thanks to funding from the PDFSD SD Swims Grant, young swimmers had the opportunity to learn from certified instructors, develop strong swimming techniques, and ...
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Every Number Is a Name: Understanding San Diego’s Drowning Crisis
Every drowning impacts the San Diego community — and every number represents a life forever changed. Below are the most recent statistics compiled from the California Department of Public Health on fatal and non-fatal drownings among San Diego residents over the past eight years (2016–2023). San Diego Resident Drownings (2016–2023) Ages 0–19: By Sex: By ...
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City of San Diego Proclaims May as Water Safety and Drowning Prevention Month
On May 20th, the Prevent Drowning Foundation of San Diego (PDFSD) was honored to join community leaders and partners as the City of San Diego officially proclaimed May as Water Safety and Drowning Prevention Month. The proclamation event brought together dedicated partners including San Diego Parks & Recreation, San Diego Lifeguard Services, City Pool & Beach Lifeguards, and ...
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From Page to Pool: The 2025 Book Pool Project
While May marked Water Safety and Drowning Prevention Month, the need to share life-saving water safety messages continues year-round, especially during the warm days of late summer. The Prevent Drowning Foundation of San Diego is encouraging families, schools, and libraries to keep the conversation going with the 2025 Water Safety Family Book Pool Project. Why ...
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PDFSD Sponsors and Participates in the 5th Annual California Water Safety Summit
PDFSD was thrilled to sponsor and take part in the 5th Annual 2025 California Water Safety Summit, held in early March. This incredible event brought together passionate advocates, professionals, and community leaders from across San Diego, California, and the globe—all united by one mission: preventing drownings and promoting water safety. The summit was a powerful ...
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Border View YMCA Ribbon Cutting – A Community Milestone
We are thrilled to celebrate the reopening of Border View YMCA, bringing this vital resource back to the community! Through the SD Swims Grant Program, PDFSD is proud to fund swim lessons for local students, ensuring they gain essential water safety skills. This wouldn’t be possible without our valued partnerships with YMCA San Diego and ...
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An Inspiring Day at Crawford High School
What an incredible day celebrating the bravery and dedication of these high school students at Crawford High School! Thanks to the generosity of the San Diego community, PDFSD was able to fund this life-changing opportunity. SD Swims is more than just a program—it’s a lifesaving initiative that equips students across San Diego with essential water ...
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Celebrating Crawford High School Students’ Swim Graduation and Water Safety Milestone
The Prevent Drowning Foundation of San Diego (PDFSD) is proud to announce the remarkable achievements of Crawford High School students who have successfully completed the SD Swims Fall/Winter swimming program. This vital initiative, held at the Colina Del Sol Pool, is a collaboration between PDFSD, the City of San Diego, and Crawford High School to promote water safety ...
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Congratulations Mary Ann, Lifetime Achievement Lifesafer Award
We’re excited to celebrate and honor our amazing Volunteer Board Member, Mary Ann Downing! On October 4th, Mary Ann was presented with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Lifesaver Award by Eric Lupton, President of Lifesaver Pool Fence Systems Inc., at the Live Like Jake Foundation Gala in Jupiter, FL. Mary Ann served alongside Eric for many ...
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Celebrating the Opening of Carmel Mountain Pool with the City of San Diego
What an amazing day in San Diego celebrating the reopening of Carmel Mountain Pool! Two weeks ago, we were joined by PDFSD Board Members, Mayor Todd Gloria, Councilmember Marni Von Wilpert, and City of San Diego Parks and Rec leaders Andy Field and Nicole McNeil to mark this special occasion. #SDswims
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Swim 24Challege Postponed Until Fall 2025
We regret to inform you that the Swim 24Challenge, originally scheduled for September 21-22, 2024, has been postponed to fall of 2025. This decision was not made lightly but was necessary due to unforeseen logistical challenges. We understand that this change may be disappointing, and we appreciate your understanding and patience. Our team is working diligently ...
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Our Journey: From Advocacy to Impact
In 2008, amidst the challenges of an economic downturn and the looming threat of budget cuts, discussions sparked within our community about preserving a vital program—the San Diego Junior Lifeguard program. The possibility of losing city funding posed a significant risk, prompting local leaders to contemplate the formation of a nonprofit foundation. The need was ...
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