Colin's Hope Pledge Swim
Balcones Woods Blue Wave - 2026 Colin's Hope Pledge Swim
Join Us for the 14th Annual Colin’s Hope Pledge Swim!
Team Goal: $6,500
This is one of our biggest team-wide fundraisers—and a chance for our swimmers to make a real impact.
Colin’s Hope is a local nonprofit dedicated to water safety and drowning prevention, and we’re proud to support their mission.
Drowning is the leading cause of death for children under age 5—but it is preventable.
Event Details
- Date: Tuesday, June 2
- Time: During all regular practice times (including 6:45 a.m.)
- Format: Pledge-per-length swim
Swimmers will complete as many lengths as they can during their practice time.
How to Participate
1. Ask for donations
Reach out to family, friends, and neighbors to support your swimmer. Share the donation page by text, email, or social media.
Tip: Text a few friends or family—it’s the fastest way to get started.
2. Swim your laps on June 2
Show up and give it your best effort.
All swimmers are encouraged to participate—every lap and every donation makes a difference.
How to Donate
- Click the green “Donate” button
- Skip login (click the “X”)
- Complete the secure donation form
- Include the swimmer’s name in the “Donation Message” box so they receive credit
Volunteer & Donation Needs
We need your help to make this event a success:
- Lap Counters (all practice times – coffee provided)
- Snack & drink donations for swimmers
SIGN UP HERE (Snacks & Drinks)
Lap Goals (Guidelines)
- 6 & Under: 12–40 widths of the diving well (or 12+ lengths of the main pool for advanced swimmers)
- 7–8: 30–60 lengths
- 9–10: 50–100 lengths
- 11–12: 80–100 lengths
- 13+: 100+ lengths
Swimmer Incentives
- Raise $75+ — Earn a Colin’s Hope swim cap or water bottle
- Most Laps (by age group & gender) — Win a prize package
- Top Fundraiser Overall — Win a cash prize sponsored by Allison Dady Duke
Team Incentives
- Highest Participating Group — Popsicle party
- Top Fundraising Group — Popsicle party
Impact & Thank You from Colin’s Hope
Last year, the Balcones Woods Blue Wave raised over $7,000 for Colin’s Hope—an incredible impact made possible by our swimmers and families.
Let’s build on that momentum and reach our $6,500 goal this year!
Watch this short thank-you message to see how your support makes a difference:
