The event that raised more than $30,000 for children and adults with disabilities in 2009 is back and wetter than ever.
The Big Splash is a recreational and competitive swimming fundraiser that brings together swimmers of all abilities and ages to support UNMC’s Munroe-Meyer Institute (MMI) for individuals with diverse disabilities.
This year’s event will be held on Saturday, Aug. 21.
A variety of races and relays for recreational, competitive, adaptive and assisted swimmers of all ages will be held at the Westside High School Pool (8701 Pacific St.) from 8 a.m. to noon. Registration is available now.
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- The cost is $25 per participant and covers any combination of events and entrance to the Family Swim & Splash Party to be held at the Rockbrook Swimming Pool (10800 W. Center Road) from 1 to 3 p.m.
- All swimmers will receive a Big Splash T-shirt and swim cap for participation.
Scholarships are available for adaptive and assisted swimmers. To apply, contact a Big Splash representative at (402) 502-0300.
Olympic Gold Medalist swimmer Misty Hyman will be the guest of honor this year. Hyman was diagnosed with asthma in 1984. Today, she helps people recognize their potential and chase their dreams as a motivational speaker and swim coach.
“MMI is all about children with disabilities being a part of the community and helping them to achieve everything they can achieve,” said Mike Leibowitz, Ph.D., director of MMI. “The Big Splash makes those ideals a reality.”