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BOSTON (WBZ NewsRadio) — Mayor Michelle Wu announces an expansion of Swim Safe Boston.
On Thursday, Mayor Wu, the City of Boston’s Human Services Cabinet and Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) announced that $250,000 in new grant funding is available for non-profit organizations in Boston that offer free swim lessons for children. Wu also announced that the BCYF Clougherty Pool in Charlestown is expected to reopen by the end of July.
“Swimming is not just a fun way to cool off in the summer, but also a crucial life skill, especially for residents of a coastal city like Boston,” said Wu in a statement. “By investing in swim lessons and aquatics facilities, we’re working to ensure every child and adult in Boston knows how to swim and has access to a pool close to home.”
In order to qualify for Swim Safe grant funding, non-profit organizations must have their own aquatic facilities or have a partnership with another facility in Boston. Those that qualify can apply for up to $49,999 in funding.
The grant application is open from now until 4 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 12.
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