Swim-a-thon Fundraising Program Swim-a-thon (SAT) is an online fundraising program developed and managed by Swimming Canada for swim clubs across the country. The platform enables clubs to host swim-based fundraising events where participants collect pledges to support their programs and activities. As this is a Swimming Canada-managed platform, any technical questions, account issues, or platform support inquiries should be directed to Swimming Canada. Full details, support resources, and contact information are available on Swimming Canada’s Swim-a-thon website. More Information We thank Swimming Canada for their support in enabling this benefit for Alberta clubs. Learn more Distribution of Funds for Alberta Clubs The Swim-a-thon platform is built, maintained, and administered by Swimming Canada. Funds raised are distributed as follows: 10% of the total raised is retained nationally to administer the program: 7% retained by Swimming Canada 3% allocated to each provincial section (e.g., Swim Alberta) to offset administration costs such as bookkeeping, payment processing, and program oversight 90% of the total raised** is paid directly to the club In Alberta: Swim Alberta returns our 3% allocation back to participating clubs. This means Alberta clubs receive 93% of the total amount raised—one of the highest payout rates in the country. How to Sign Up How It Works: Club Registration – Clubs sign up directly through Swimming Canada’s Swim-a-thon platform. Event Setup: Customize your club’s fundraising page, set goals, and add event details. Promotion: Share the event page link with members, families, and the community to collect pledges. Swim Event Day: Host your club’s Swim-a-thon challenge and celebrate participation. Funds Distribution: After the event, funds are processed and distributed according to the Alberta distribution model above. Getting Started: Visit Swimming Canada’s Swim-a-thon information page for detailed setup instructions. Review the Swim-a-thon donation portal to see how the platform works. Direct all program-related questions to Swimming Canada’s support team. Questions about SAT? Contact SNC Key Contacts REBECCA ANIBALDI Athlete Facilitator & Marketing Coordinator ranibaldi@swimming.ca KYLE JOHNSTON Swimming Canada Senior Manager, Marketing kjohnston@swimming.ca Resources Fundraising Policy Event/Activity Insurance Request Form