ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – St. Petersburg Fire Rescue and the city’s Parks and Recreation Aquatics Department are joining forces to make a splash in water safety. On Saturday, February 15th, they’ll host their 6th Annual Firefighter and Lifeguard Car Wash Fundraiser at Northwest Pool.
From 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., community members can have their cars washed by local heroes – firefighters and lifeguards – in exchange for a donation. All proceeds will go towards providing free swim lessons for children in St. Petersburg, ensuring they have access to vital water safety education.
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This event serves as both a fundraiser and an awareness campaign to combat the alarming statistics of child drowning incidents. Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for children aged 1 to 4 in the U.S., and Florida had the highest number of child drowning deaths in 2024.
Event Details:
- Date: Saturday, February 15, 2025
- Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Location: Northwest Pool, 2331 60th Street North
How to Help:
- Attend the event: Bring your car and donate!
- Donate online: Scan the QR code on the event flyer.
- Spread the word: Share this event with your network.
This car wash is a fun and easy way to support a critical cause. Let’s work together to keep our children safe in and around the water.
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