Mayor Michelle Wu and the Human Services Cabinet, in partnership with Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF), announced the opening of applications for the Swim Safe Boston Summer Grant. This grant will provide $150,000 to support organizations working to expand access to swim lessons during the summer months. The funding comes from the BCYF and Human Services FY26 Operating budget.
“Learning to swim is a critical life skill that helps our young people safely enjoy Boston’s pools and beaches,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “With applications now open for the Swim Safe Boston Summer Grant, we’re expanding access to high-quality swim instruction and water safety education to keep our community safe. I encourage community organizations to apply and join this effort to support Boston’s youth.”
The Swim Safe Summer Grant is designed to reduce drowning risks and eliminate barriers that prevent children and families from learning critical water safety skills. Swim Safe Boston is a coordinated effort dedicated to expanding equitable access to high-quality swim instruction and drowning prevention education for Boston youth.
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