The purpose of the Disaster Relief Grant is to provide financial assistance to USA Swimming teams impacted by an instance of devastation and destruction (e.g., hurricane or wildfire disaster). The USA Swimming Board of Directors has approved up to $50,000 in board-designated funds for grants to support member clubs impacted by the Los Angeles fires.
To be eligible to apply for a USA Swimming Disaster Relief Grant, teams must have suffered material losses from the Los Angeles fires. To use grant funds for dues relief, teams must have members and families that have suffered the loss of their homes for an extended period. Based on the number of teams impacted and the desire to maximize organizational benefit, USA Swimming may be unable to honor every eligible request for assistance. Teams are eligible for one grant for up to $5,000.
USA Swimming member teams in the listed affected LSCs are eligible to apply for a relief grant: Southern California
The application period is now open through March 29, 2025 or until the $50,000 has been fully awarded. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and clubs will be notified within 30 days on the amount granted.