Welcome to Hope on Water’s Blog!

We are so excited to launch our first blog post, and we can’t wait to share more about Hope on Water (HOW) and the impact we’re working to make. As a new nonprofit, our goal with this blog is to keep our community updated on our progress, share stories, and highlight the ways we are making a difference.

Our Mission

Hope on Water was founded with a clear mission: to improve life outcomes for historically marginalized communities by increasing access to the sport of rowing. We believe that by introducing young people to rowing—especially those from underrepresented backgrounds—we can help open doors to academic and career opportunities they might not have otherwise.

Rowing is a sport that teaches discipline, teamwork, and resilience. But for too long, it’s been an opportunity that isn’t available to everyone. That’s where HOW comes in. We’re working to change that by providing resources, mentorship, scholarships, and access to quality programs that help these young athletes thrive in every area of their lives.

Why Rowing?

You might wonder, why rowing? Rowing is more than just a sport—it’s a powerful tool for growth. Rowing has played an enormous role in our lives, helping us overcome challenges and shaping who we are today. However, the lack of diversity in the sport has always been clear, and that’s something we wanted to change. Rowing has the potential to transform lives, and all of us at HOW are passionate about making sure that opportunity is available to everyone, regardless of background.

The Inspiration Behind HOW

We founded HOW because we saw the need for greater inclusion, and we wanted to create a space where young people from diverse backgrounds could feel supported and thrive. Our work is just getting started, but the early impact we’re seeing is inspiring. Stay tuned to hear inspiring stories directly from our athletes as they share their journeys with you!

What’s Next?

This is just the beginning! We look forward to sharing more about our programs, success stories, and ways you can get involved. If you’re passionate about increasing access to sports—or just curious to learn more—we invite you to follow along with us on this journey.

Thank you for being part of the HOW community. Together, we can change lives!

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