Why Does Swim-A-Thon Matter?
Swim-A-Thon is Team Vortex's biggest fundraiser of the year, and our goal for 2026 is an ambitious $15,000!
Swim-A-Thon is an official USA Swimming event. A very small percentage of the funds raised goes back to USA Swimming, while the rest directly supports Team Vortex.
Fundraising through Swim-A-Thon helps us:
- Keep team dues as low as possible
- Update and replace equipment
- Provide valuable resources and opportunities for our swimmers
- Support programs such as our SwimStrong Dryland program
All of these things help make Team Vortex the amazing club that it is. Every swimmer, every lap, and every donation makes a difference.
THE NUMBERS
$15,000
Fundraising Goal
200
Maximum Lengths
2 Hours
Swim Time
Oct 31
Event Date
HOW THE SWIM-A-THON WORKS
SWIM
Swimmers have two hours to swim as many lengths as they can, up to a maximum of 200 lengths.
RAISE $$
Swimmers ask friends, family, and supporters to contribute to their Swim-A-Thon effort.
GET PLEDGES
Donors can make either a flat donation or pledge a certain amount per length completed.
CELEBRATE
After the swimming is finished, we'll celebrate together with food, prizes, and a raffle for all participants.
Want to Pledge Per Length?
Donors can support a swimmer by pledging a specific amount for every length they complete.
For example:
If you pledge $0.25 per length and your swimmer completes 180 lengths:
180 × $0.25 = $45 donation
Per-length donations are made AFTER Swim-A-Thon is complete, once the swimmer's final number of lengths is known.
Top Fundraisers
1st
Alma Larson
2nd
Anonymous
Swim-A-Thon Tracker
FAQs
Do all Vortex groups participate?
Yes! This year, ALL groups participate on Saturday, October 31, including Senior swimmers.
How many lengths can a swimmer swim?
Swimmers have two hours to swim a maximum of 200 lengths.
Do swimmers have to complete 200 lengths?
No. The maximum is 200 lengths. Swimmers should challenge themselves to swim as many lengths as they can during the two-hour event.
Can I make a flat donation?
Absolutely! Donors can make a flat donation to support a swimmer.
Can I pledge an amount per length?
Yes! Donors can pledge an amount for every length completed by the swimmer.
When do I pay a per-length pledge?
After Swim-A-Thon, once we know how many lengths the swimmer completed.
How do I make sure my swimmer gets credit?
When donating through Colorado Gives, add your swimmer's name as a dedication.
Why is the swimmer's name important?
Team Vortex uses the dedication information to track fundraising totals and determine our top fundraisers.
Do I need to RSVP?
Yes. All swimmers who plan to participate should RSVP under the Events tab on the Team Vortex website.
What should swimmers bring?
Swimsuit, goggles, water bottle, towel, and plenty of Vortex spirit!
DONATE
SUPPORT A VORTEX SWIMMER Help Team Vortex reach our $15,000 Swim-A-Thon goal! IMPORTANT: Add your swimmer's name as a dedication when you donate.