SwimAThon Letter Writing Party - THIS SATURDAY

 

This is a reminder that we have our annual SwimAThon Letter Writing party this Saturday, March 19th for all groups!  Below is all the info you'll need to start your 2016 fundraising off with a bang.

 

What is SwimAThon?

Every year, swim teams across the nation host a fundraiser, SwimAThon, during which the kids swim 200 laps (or for 2 hours, whichever comes first) and solicit donations from family, friends, and local businesses for their teams.  This fundraiser is put on in part by USA Swimming, so 95% of proceeds go directly to the team and 5% goes to USAS.

 

WEST's 2016 SwimAThon will be Friday, April 15th (for Elite and Senior) from 4-6pm and Saturday, April 16th (for Accelerate, Challenge, Discover, and Explore) from 830-1030am.  PreComp can also participate during their practice on 4/16 from 1130am-1230pm.   Please note that these dates are updated from a previous email.

 

What is a Letter Writing Party?

In March of every year, WEST hosts a breakfast in the gym for all swimmers where we provide sample letters, envelopes, and stamps to solicit donations.  We ask that each swimmer send out a minimum of 10 letters to family, friends, and local businesses - so be sure to bring your address books!

 

Each group will have normal Saturday practice, then eat breakfast and write letters on this schedule:

• Elite: 9-10am
• Senior: 830-930am
• Accelerate: 1030-1130am
• Challenge: 11am-12pm
• Discover: 1030-1130am
• Explore: 1130am-1230pm
• PreComp: will receive letter packets after practice

If you are interested in helping out with breakfast,  contact Janet Kim.

 

Have more questions?  Feel free to email me or talk with me at the pool.

 

Happy fundraising!