PDFSD Van Gets a Fresh Look – Continuing Our Mission to Save Lives
The Prevent Drowning Foundation of San Diego (PDFSD) is proud to share the refreshed look of our outreach van! Originally awarded to PDFSD through a generous Los Patronas grant in 2012, this van has been a vital tool in helping us reach communities across San Diego with lifesaving water safety education. With the newly updated graphics, ...
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Community Partners Unite in Support of AB 1005 at Standley Aquatic Center
On Friday, July 11th, the Prevent Drowning Foundation of San Diego (PDFSD) was honored to stand alongside Assemblymember Laurie Davies and community partners at the Standley Aquatic Center in San Diego for an important press event supporting AB 1005. Assemblymember Davies, author of AB 1005, joined leaders from the Drowning Prevention Foundation and the California ...
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San Diego Joins the World’s Largest Swim Lesson 2025
On June 26, the Prevent Drowning Foundation of San Diego (PDFSD) proudly participated in the World’s Largest Swim Lesson (WLSL), a global event dedicated to raising awareness about the life-saving importance of swim lessons in drowning prevention. Since its launch in 2010, WLSL has united aquatic facilities across 54 countries and six continents—and this year, San ...
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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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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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1st Ever Scripps Pier Jump
We are thrilled to have this tradition continue this summer at the Iconic Scripps Pier. Ticket sales {donations} have opened for Parents and Public for Tuesday, July 30th. Join us in supporting the amazing San Diego Junior Lifeguard Program by providing swim lessons and scholarships for future SDJG’s. #faceyourfear Ticket and Details
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Swim 24Challenge is Back!
**Announcement** We regret to inform you that the Swim 24Challenge, originally scheduled for Sept 21-22, 2024, has been postponed to fall of 2025. Again, thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm for the Swim 24Challenge. We look forward to seeing you in 2025 for an unforgettable experience! Please email swim24@preventdrowningfoundation.org for any event questions ...
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City of San Diego Leaders Declare May as Drowning Prevention Month
Event Presentations Ahead of summer, San Diego promotes safety with drowning awareness month / Community event raises awareness about water safety / San Diego Proclaims May as ‘Prevent Drowning and Water Safety Month’ / CDC numbers show drownings have risen dramatically over last decade /San Diegans encouraged to prioritize water safety as summer approaches /San ...
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Wear Your Life Jacket To Work Day
MEDIA ADVISORY SAN DIEGO COMMUNITY UNITES FOR WATER SAFETY: WEAR YOUR LIFE JACKET TO WORK DAY AND DECLARING MAY AS DROWNING PREVENTION MONTH San Diego, CA, May 10, 2024: As the summer season approaches, the Prevent Drowning Foundation of San Diego (PDFSD) and the City of San Diego Parks and Recreation Department ...
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Ocean Beach Pier Jump Tradition Wraps Up For The 2023 Summer
Another incredible summer season and successful pier jump event! Thank you to all of the volunteers, parents, media, San Diego Lifeguards and most importantly the brave San Diego Junior Lifeguards for helping to make the day such an important...
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Ticket Sales Are Now Open For The Final Ob Pier Jump Fundraiser For The 2023 Summer
Are you interested in doing something adventurous while supporting a life saving cause for youth in the local San Diego community? On Monday, August 7, 2023, the public is invited to join the Prevent Drowning Foundation of San Diego (PDFSD) and the...
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World Drowning Prevention Day In San Diego
An incredible morning, bringing focus to drowning preventionB in our local communities, San Diego County and Worldwide. Anyone can drown. No one should. Drowning is preventable through constant supervision, water safety education, swim instruction...
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