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Stand By Me Foundation
Dec 31, 20242 min read
Building Community: Reflecting on 2024 with Stand By Me Foundation
2024 was a year of milestones for Stand By Me Foundation—Olympic triumphs, community pool reopenings, and scholarships for young swimmers!
Stand By Me Foundation
Nov 25, 20242 min read
Stand By Me Foundation Welcomes Trevor Freeman to Board as It Expands Aquatics Access in New York City
Trevor Freeman joins the Stand By Me Foundation Board, blending 25+ years of finance expertise with a lifelong passion for aquatics.
Stand By Me Foundation
Nov 23, 20241 min read
A New Chapter for River East: Empowering Young Swimmers to Dream Big
The Stand By Me Foundation hosted two exciting clinics at the newly reopened River East facility in East Harlem. This marks the return...
Stand By Me Foundation
Oct 25, 20244 min read
Team USA Helps New York City Department of Education and AsphaltGreen Celebrate Unique Partnership in East Harlem
(New York, N.Y.) – New York City not-for-profit Asphalt Green is expanding its free Wave Makers initiative and other aquatics programming...
Stand By Me Foundation
Jun 30, 20241 min read
Exciting Relay Swim Around Manhattan Raises $25K for Stand By Me Foundation
Relay swim around Manhattan raises $25K for Stand By Me Foundation, supporting elite swimmers and new learners!
Fleur Sohtz
Jun 14, 20241 min read
Empowering the Next Generation: A Message from Our President, Anthony Ervin
At the Stand By Me Foundation, we believe an athlete's journey is shaped by those who offer unwavering support and inspiration. Our...
Stand By Me Foundation
May 1, 20242 min read
Water Safety Tips for Beach-Goers: An Interview with Assistant Chief Lifeguard Kerry Fitzpatrick
Get ready for summer beach outings! NY Lifeguard shares tips for beach safety.
Stand By Me Foundation
Apr 24, 20242 min read
Stand By Me Foundation: Exciting Changes and Growth Ahead
Q1 Highlights The Stand By Me Foundation gained momentum in Q1 with new leadership, exciting events, and remarkable achievements. Let's...
Stand By Me Foundation
Apr 17, 20242 min read
Stand By Me Foundation Appoints Olympic Champion Anthony Ervin as President
Stand By Me Foundation, led by Olympian Anthony Ervin, enhances swimming through scholarships, education, and urban access advocacy.
Stand By Me Foundation
Apr 3, 20242 min read
Stand By Me Foundation Teams Up with URBANSWIM for Manhattan Ultra Marathon Relay
The Stand By Me Foundation is proud to partner with URBANSWIM for an exciting relay swim around Manhattan on June 8, 2024. Six U.S....
Fleur Sohtz
Feb 11, 20243 min read
Swimming Home: My Journey to Stand By Me
Why the Stand By Me Foundation is a standout choice for those looking to drive change in the sport of swimming.
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