This federal Project Grant award, funded by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) under the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety program (CFDA 87.002), supports drowning prevention and water safety initiatives implemented by the Florida Department of Health in Broward County. The $200,000 grant, awarded on September 30, 2024 for a project period through September 29, 2026, enabled the Florida Department of Health to partner with local pool and spa industry associations, municipalities, and community organizations to provide drowning prevention education, water safety training, and safety equipment distribution. Key activities included training over 150 pool and spa industry professionals, distributing educational materials to over 20,000 individuals, installing 68 pool safety signs in community pools, and conducting 9 safety presentations reaching 725 children. The grant also supported participation in 17 water safety events and targeted outreach to high-risk populations, including over 100 families with children with autism. This funding will allow the Florida Department of Health to continue its comprehensive drowning prevention efforts in Broward County.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $200.0k | 9/26/24 |