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Colin’s Hope Celebrates 2017 Impact on Drowning Prevention

December 18, 2017 | Community Impact

Colin’s Hope has a lot to celebrate as the year comes to an end. Because of YOU – generous donors and sponsors, visionary partners , and dedicated volunteers – Colin’s Hope has had an extensive impact on drowning prevention. We thank each and every Water Guardian who has contributed time, effort, and resources to this important, and life-saving cause.

Because of YOU, Colin’s Hope celebrates:

  • $76,992.89 raised by Athlete Ambassadors, where each and every dollar has contributed to water safety
  • 70,000 water safety educational cards distributed to families across the nation
  • 5,440 swim lessons and water safety classes sponsored in Central Texas
  • 2,150+ volunteers gave their time and talents to support the Colin’s Hope mission
  • 1,500+ hours of water safety education provided to local elementary, middle, and high school students
  • 650 preschool students given swim lessons and water safety education
  • 250 life jackets donated to loaner stations at area lakes
  • 2 brand new life jacket loaner stations operating in Central Texas
  • 1 new city implementing the Colin’s Hope Preschool Swim Safety Program

Thank you to all who have supported our mission to raise water safety awareness in 2017. We look forward to a Best 2018 Ever!

Happy Holidays from your Colin’s Hope family