Prevent Drowning Foundation of San Diego

La Jolla Cove 10 Mile Relay
2024-09-29
The La Jolla Cove 10 Mile Relay is one of the most anticipated and enjoyable open water swim events of the year.Organize a team of up to 5 swimmers (or swim it solo), give your team a cool name, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow swimmers and the spirit of swimming with this unique event and charity fundraiser.

OMBAC Classic Longboard Surfing Contest
2024-09-21 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
The Old Mission Beach Athletic Club Presents the
30th Annual OMBAC Classic Longboard Surfing Contest
Saturday September 21st, 2024
North Side of Crystal Pier, Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA

Swim 24 Challenge
2024-09-21 - 2024-09-22 | Standley Swanson Aquatic Complex, 3605 Governor Dr, San Diego, San Diego, CA, 92122, United States
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 or volunteer opportunities.

We’re thrilled to announce the return of the 7th annual Swim 24Challenge Fundraiser! After a hiatus, we’re back and ready to ignite some friendly competition and help save lives! Swim 24Challenge is an unforgettable swimming experience where teams of up to 12 people swim a 24-hour relay to raise money to combat childhood drowning. Each team must have a swimmer in the water for the entire 24 hours. People of all ages and abilities are welcomed to take part in the challenge. Each team is asked to raise a minimum of $1,200 to participate in the event. For a team of 12 people, this equates to $100 per swimmer minimum. Swimmers feel an incredible sense of accomplishment while participating in this unique, team-building event. Proceeds from Swim 24Challenge will benefit the Prevent Drowning Foundation of San Diego (PDFSD).

The La Jolla Cove Swim
2024-09-08
The La Jolla Cove Swim is an annual event, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of La Jolla. All proceeds from event will fund swimming lessons for historically underserved communities with the goal that all San Diegans can enjoy our beautiful bay and beaches safely.

SD Swims Grant Applications Due Aug 1, 2024
2024-08-01
Details and applcation: https://preventdrowningfoundation.org/blog/pdfsd-sd-swims-grant-application-process/

2024-07-30
1st EVER SCRIPPS PIER JUMP
Tuesday, July 30th, 2024
Purchase Tickets / Details at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sdjg-scripps-pier-jump-tickets-948225376627?aff=oddtdtcreator

San Diego Junior Lifeguard Hawaii Day (session 2)
2024-07-26
The San Diego Junior Lifeguards will collectively swim, run, and paddle a total of 2,500 miles to reach Hawaii during the first session. Then, during the second session, they will cover another 2,500 miles to bring us back home to San Diego.
By supporting this event, you are not only helping the Junior Lifeguards achieve their goals but also fostering a community spirit rooted in the values of kindness, respect, and mutual care. {Fundraiser Link}
The Junior Lifeguard Program is funded by the City of San Diego with support from the Prevent Drowning Foundation of San Diego. PDFSD has a goal of teaching every child in San Diego how to swim. They provide scholarships for underserved youth who often don’t get to visit the beach. Join us in giving back to this important cause, or by creating your own fundraising page!

World Drowning Prevention Day
2024-07-25
In 2023, the 76th World Health Assembly adopted its first ever resolution on drowning prevention. The resolution accepts the invitation of the United Nations General Assembly for WHO to coordinate actions within the UN system on drowning prevention and facilitate the observance of World Drowning Prevention Day on 25 July each year.
To mark this year’s World Drowning Prevention Day, WHO will continue to focus on raising awareness on drowning as a public health issue, reminding people that anyone can drown, but no one should.

San Diego Junior Lifeguards Hawaii Day (session 1)
2024-06-28

WSI Blowout
2024-05-24 - 2024-05-27

Safe Boating Week
2024-05-18 - 2024-05-24
The Safe Boating Campaign is a worldwide effort focused on responsible boating, encouraging boaters to always wear a life jacket while on the water.
Information: https://safeboatingcampaign.com/get-the-facts/

Wear Your LifeJacket To Work Day
2024-05-17 08:00 - 17:00

International Water Safety Day
2024-05-15
May 15 is International Water Safety Day. It’s a day designated to spread global awareness of the drowning pandemic and to educate youth in becoming safer in and around the water. On this day, activities are happening in local communities to share drowning awareness and water safety education, including in schools, on swim teams, and more.

Drowning Prevention Month
2024-05-01 - 2024-05-31
May is Drowning Prevention Month! Join us by spreading the word and sharing tips on how to be water safe EVERYDAY! #preventdrowning

SD Swim Grant Applications Due Summer 2024
2024-05-01
SD Swims grant application deadline for summer 2024
Details at: https://preventdrowningfoundation.org/blog/pdfsd-sd-swims-grant-application-process/

2024 CA Water Safety Summit
2024-04-16 - 2024-04-17 | Jesse Turner Conference Center
The 2024 California Water Safety Summit is a forum for collaboration on practices, programs, and policies that reduce drowning and aquatic injuries. Join us April 16 – 17th! #CAwatersafety
Details and Registration

National Water Safety Conference
2024-02-12 - 2024-02-15
Reno Nevada

Priority Deadline SD Swims grant program application
2023-12-01

Winter Swim Lessons at MLK Jr. Pool
2023-11-22 - 2023-12-01
Register at (619) 527-3451
