The YMCA of Lincoln is set to host its third annual community-wide swimsuit drive from May 10-23, collecting new and gently used swimsuits for more than 150 children enrolled in grant-based swim lessons this summer.
This drive provides an opportunity to teach youth how to swim, along with life-saving water safety skills is made possible by a swimming lesson grant through Y-USA and in partnership with Lincoln Public Schools and Lincoln Community Learning Centers.
To participate, donors can drop off swimsuits at any of the four Lincoln YMCA locations. Sizes needed are youth XS-XL for boys and girls (one-piece preferred). Swimsuits will be distributed to students attending Lincoln’s Community Learning Centers, with swim lessons beginning in early June.
As a token of appreciation, YMCA and community members donating swimsuits will be entered to win one free session (six classes) of group swimming lessons at the Lincoln YMCA along with a free week pass to “Try the Y” or share with a friend, family member, or co-worker.
Drop-off Locations:
- Cooper YMCA – 6767 S. 14th Street
- Copple Family YMCA – 8700 Yankee Woods Drive
- Fallbrook YMCA – 700 Penrose Drive
- Northeast YMCA – 2601 N. 70th Street
More information on the drive can be found on the YMCA website: ymcalincoln.org