Barriers like cost, access, and generational fear continue to prevent many Black youth from learning how to swim, contributing to a disproportionately high rate of drowning deaths. Through programs like Baltimore’s 4M Swim Club, families are working to change the narrative—embracing water safety, building confidence, and developing a new generation of Black swimmers and lifeguards.
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Building on legacy: Expanding the reach of 4M Swim Club
Senator Cory V. McCray has secured $750,000 in funding for the construction of a new health and wellness aquatic center in the 45th District, which will provide a life skill to people in the community and build on the legacy of Marvin Thorpe Jr.