Swim for These SWIM forTHESE THE SEAS + THE TREES + ALL CREATURES swimforthese.org

Swimming for these:
the seas and the trees,
and all creatures for whom
your wallet will squeeze.
Like toothed whales and finches,
and even the bees.
So donate a dollar or so
if you please.

Make a Splash — Donate

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About Joey

Joey Nizzardo is a Connecticut open water swimmer attempting the Triple Crown — and using every stroke to fight for the planet.

Joey Nizzardo swimming in open water

🏆 The Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming

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    20 Bridges — Manhattan Island
    New York Open Water · 28.5 miles
    ✓ Completed
  • 🐋
    English Channel
    England → France · ~21 miles
    Sept 2027
  • 🐬
    Catalina Channel
    California · ~20 miles
    TBD

Where Your Donation Goes

Your donation directly supports conservation and animal welfare organizations, and helps cover the costs of making this project possible.

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Ocean Conservation

Supporting organizations on the front lines of protecting our seas, marine wildlife, and ocean ecosystems for generations to come.

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Animal & Wildlife Welfare

Fighting for the creatures of the land, the sky, and the sea — the ones who need our voice the most.

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Project Operations

A portion helps cover the costs of running Swim for These — keeping the lights on so every other dollar goes further for the cause.

The Journey

Three legendary swims. One mission.

1

20 Bridges

Swim Around Manhattan Island
New York Open Water

28.5 miles
✓ Completed
2

English Channel

England to France
CS&PF

~21 miles
📅 September 2027
3

Catalina Channel

Catalina Island to the California Mainland
CCSF

~20 miles
📅 TBD