Swim With Mike is an annual fundraising swim-a-thon that generates scholarship funds for physically challenged athletes. Swim with Mike has raised millions of dollars and supported hundreds of athletes around the country. By encouraging an active lifestyle and promoting positive self-esteem, Swim With Mike empowers its recipients to achieve self-sufficiency, define and refocus their lives, while helping them discover what they can accomplish.
The following link includes the criteria, instructions, and expectations for prospective applicants to the Physically Challenged Athletes Scholarship Fund. For questions or additional assistance, please email us at swimwithmike@gmail.com or call us at 213.740.4155.
Before beginning your application please make sure that you have the following information on hand. You will not be able to save the application once you start:
You will need to include the following documents as attachments: Your personal statement, three letters of recommendation, a verification of your disability from a medical professional, an unofficial transcript of high school or previous college work and a current digital photograph. These items may also be emailed to SwimWithMike@gmail.com if not available when you complete the online application.