BTSC Swim-A-Thon!

Amanda Reason

Hello!

 

The BTCS Fundraising Committee is excited to announce the Trojans Swimathon, happening from April 24 to May 24, 2025. During these four weeks, our goal is to collectively swim 17,000 kilometers and raise $17,000 for the Barrie Trojan Swim Club.

 

Our goal is to swim 17,000 kilometers:

  • Coaches will track each swimmer's distance during practices and meets between April 24 and May 24.
  • Families and friends are also encouraged to contribute to our goal!

 

Our goal is to raise $17,000:

  • Each Trojan Swimmer will create their own fundraising page using Swim Canada’s online tool.*
  • Swimmers will collect pledges from April 24 to May 25.
  • Friends and families can set up their own pages to collect donations.
  • Swim Canada will provide funds raised to BTCS in September to help cover costs for swimmers in the 2024-25 season.

 

PRIZES

  • The top three fundraisers will become "Coach for the Day."
  • The top fundraising group will enjoy VIP treatment at the Swimathon Wrap Up event on May 25, from 6 AM to 9 AM.
  • Swimmers raising over $500 will be entered into a draw to win a $500 credit for the 2024-25 season.
  • The family member or friend collecting the most donations will receive VIP seating at a BTSC home meet of their choice.
  • Swim Canada offers various prizes for top fundraisers found here

 

BTCS Parents – YOUR NEXT STEPS

 

BEFORE APRIL 24:

  1. CREATE YOUR SWIMATHON PAGE

* If you need help setting up your online page, please reach out to [email protected] and the fundraising committee members will be able to help you!

  1. JOIN THE PARENTS FACEBOOK GROUP:  

DURING THE SWIMATHON (APRIL 24 – MAY 24)

  1. ENGAGE YOUR NETWORKS:
    • Reach out to your networks to us reach our fundraising goal.​​
  1. ENGAGE ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
    • Encourage your swimmer to create unique content that can be used BTCS social media channels
    • Use #BarrieTrojanSwimathon in your social media posts
    • Weekly updates on kilometers swum and funds raised will be provided.
    • Shout outs will be given to leading swimmers and groups.

 

FOLLOW US:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarrieTrojans

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barrie_trojan_swim_club

 

We are looking forward to an exciting Barrie Trojan Swimathon!  This is such a great opportunity showcase our swimmers’ achievements within our networks and community. 

Please reach out if you have any questions!

 

Your Fundraising Committee,

John Eley, President

Steve Taylor, Board Member

 

Committee Members:

Lauren Brundage

Adrian Caraballo

Sarah Darby

Christine Dodd

Agnes House

Faith Jackson