Drowning Prevention Coalition of Arizona

03/22/2026

Warmer Temperatures = Pools Opening Sooner

Phoenix Children’s Hospital offers free CPR classes in English and Spanish for parents with children ages 1 to 5, the highest-risk age group for drownings.

“Every life’s important, every child’s important, and we want to make sure that doesn’t happen to anybody,” Jay Arthur, President of DPCA.

Follow the full story here:
https://www.azfamily.com/2026/03/17/phoenix-moms-cpr-effort-credited-with-helping-save-toddler-during-near-drowning/

03/21/2026

Looking for a way to make a difference? Link your Fry's Rewards Card to our water safety non-profit today!

Follow these 6 easy steps:

1. Create a Digital Account: If you don't already have one, create a free digital account on the Fry's Food Stores website. You will need an email address and your Fry's V.I.P card number (or you can create a virtual card online).

2. Sign In: Go to the Fry's Community Rewards page and sign in to your digital account.

3. Navigate to Community Rewards: Once signed in, go to "My Account" and select "Community Rewards" from the menu.

4. Search for an Organization: Click "Enroll Now" or "Search for Organization" and search for an eligible drowning prevention or water safety non-profit using their name (Drowning Prevention Coalition of Arizona) or NPO number (SW379).

5. Select and Save: Select the organization from the list (e.g., search for "water safety" or a specific local charity name) and click "Save" or "Enroll".

6. Verify Enrollment: You should see a confirmation that you have successfully enrolled. The organization's name will then appear under the "Community Rewards" section of your account summary page.

After linking your card, every time you shop at Fry's and use your linked V.I.P card, a portion of your purchase will be automatically donated to the selected organization at no extra cost to you. Your own fuel points and rewards remain unaffected.

03/20/2026

FREE LIFEJACKET GIVEAWAY! Bring the whole family and learn more about how you can stay safe around the water this season!

03/10/2026

Arizona don't miss out on this FREE Pool Fence Opportunity!
Applications are due April 5th, 2026
Use this link to submit your application today https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/pool-fence-program

02/17/2026

‼️Attention Arizona Spa Owners!
Please be advised that these hydromassage rotary jet in the Highlife Collection Spas have been recalled!

Fox10 covered the story-click here to learn more https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/hydromassage-rotary-jet-recall-drowning-risks

02/12/2026

Safety Season Starts Now – And it Never Ends.

02/06/2026

"Don't just pack it - WEAR your life jacket!"

02/05/2026

Our Season Starts Now! ⚠

Add an additional layer of protection in your home or property by installing a window/door alarm to the exits leading out to the backyard pool to pair with your pool fence or barriers.

For more information visit and subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PxNHxJP_T2s

02/03/2026

Thank you for hosting a community partnership luncheon! Drowning in swimming pools is still the leading cause of death in children ages 1-4 and together we can make a difference by educating caregivers and providing resources to families in Arizona.

02/01/2026

Pool Fence Safety Program
Apply now for a no-cost pool fence for eligible families in the Phoenix-Metro area. Child Crisis Arizona in partnership with SRP, State Farm and local firefighter charities, is addressing water safety in our community. Together with collaborative efforts, we introduced the Pool Fence Safety Program designed to provide those in need of a pool fence with the opportunity to apply for a free one. Applications are open through April 5, 2026
https://childcrisisaz.wufoo.com/forms/qw9uyls0k3r70k/

01/10/2026

Drowning prevention is a year-round effort in Arizona

Drowning prevention experts say the danger remains even as temperatures drop in December