Project snapshot
Black People Will Swim (BPWS)is on a mission to challenge stereotypes and save lives by teaching swimming in Black and Brown communities. Winning the grant would allow BPWS to cover rental costs for their programs, provide free swim classes for students from low-income backgrounds, fund certifications for aspiring Black swimming instructors, and expand their merchandise line to include swim caps and swimwear.
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