Creating Safety on the Beaches of Puerto Rico

Our Impact:

Saving Lives Together

At Rincón Water Safety, every donation serves a clear purpose: protecting lives and strengthening water safety on our beaches. Thanks to the support of our donors, volunteers, and allies, we’ve implemented tangible solutions that make a real difference. Here’s what we’ve accomplished so far:

Public Rescue Stations

We’ve installed 12 rescue torpedoes strategically across Rincón’s busiest and most at-risk beaches, complemented by 12 posts for easy access in emergencies.

Total Investment in Torpedoes:

Initial 12 torpedoes at $50 each: $600
Recent purchase of 50 torpedoes at $25 each: $1,250

Rescue Posts:

12 posts at $200 each: $2,400

Total Invested: $4,250

Each torpedo can be the difference between life and death in critical situations.

Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs)

We’ve acquired and installed 17 ZOLL AED Plus units, placed in key locations to ensure quick access during cardiac emergencies.

Cost per Unit: $2,021
Total Investment in: $34,357

These devices have proven to be crucial in emergencies, significantly increasing survival rates.

Free Seminars and Training Sessions

Education saves lives. That’s why we’ve trained over 400 individuals in essential techniques like CPR, AED use, and basic rescue skills through our free seminars.

Each Beach Guardian seminar costs $1,700, covering materials, logistics, and certified experts who lead the sessions. So far, the total investment in seminars amounts to $22,100.

Seminar Schedule

March 21, 2023: Villa Cofresí, Rincón
November 18, 2023: Balneario de Rincón
December 16, 2023: Balneario de Rincón
February 18, 2024: Puntas, Rincón
March 16, 2024: Jobos, Isabela
April 20, 2024: La Pared, Luquillo
April 25, 2024: UPR Mayagüez
November 23, 2024: Puntas, Rincón
November 30, 2024: Surfrider, Isabela
January 11, 2025: Puntas Rincón
February 15,2025: Puntas, Rincón
February 18, 2025: UPR de Aguadilla
April 29, 2025: Villa Cofresí, Rincón´

These Beach Guardian free seminars empower our community by teaching essential, life-saving skills.

Impact Stories

Thanks to these initiatives, Rincón has reported no drownings in 2024, a remarkable achievement that inspires us to keep going. Compared to the five drownings reported in 2023, this progress is proof that together, we can save lives

TRANSPARENCY AND COMMITMENT
At Rincón Water Safety, we ensure that every dollar is used efficiently. Your support has allowed us to:
- Acquire and maintain essential equipment.
- Implement public rescue stations.
- Provide free education to the community.
We invite you to explore our report in this section to see exactly how your contributions are making an impact.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
- $25 funds an additional rescue torpedo.
- $2,021 equips us with an AED, ready to save lives.
- Any donation contributes directly to creating a safer environment for everyone.
Join our mission and be part of the change. Every contribution matters, and every effort counts. Thank you for your support!
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Mission of Rincon Water Safety (RWS):
Our mission is to save lives and advance aquatic safety in Puerto Rico by creating an open-water lifeguard program, beginning with a pilot initiative in Rincón. Through professional training, community education, awareness campaigns, and strategic partnerships, we strive to significantly reduce drowning incidents, equip the community with essential knowledge, and cultivate a culture of responsibility and respect for the ocean.
Vision of Rincon Water Safety (RWS):
Our vision is to be a leading model for aquatic safety in the Caribbean, recognized for our ability to transform coastal communities into safe and informed spaces around the ocean. We aspire to expand our program to Puerto Rico's most dangerous beaches and serve as inspiration for similar initiatives across the region, demonstrating that through collaboration, innovation, and commitment, we can protect lives and strengthen the connection between people and the sea.