Skip to main content

Help Valerie raise money

For participating in Point to La Pointe Open Water Swim 2026

Make a donation

Select a donation amount

My Story…

I am very excited to swim my first Point to La Pointe open water event. I never imagined I would do this, but here we go! After a tough year physically last year, I have embarked on 2026 with a new appreciation for all that my body can do. I do not want to take it for granted any longer. Swimming has given me a space to gain physical strength and escape from the noise of the world. It's given me a quiet freedom that I have not experienced with other sports, and it's a gift I didn't know that I needed. 

Help me reach my goal to swim 2.1 miles of the greatest lake for a great cause. The Bayfield Recreation Center is a gem in the community, and I am happy to play a small part to support it. Thank you for your generosity and for supporting me with the swim. 

Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
Jun 08 Sjana Schanning Way to get after it Val! $21.20
Jun 07 Jill and Lori $26.50
Jun 07 Cindy Dabkowski $21.20
Jun 04 Ronda & Richard Harrell $100.00
May 31 Anna and Shawn Minard Undisclosed amount
May 25 Kathy Nichols Love you Valerie Very proud of you.❤️ Undisclosed amount
May 22 Auntie Amy Have fun $26.50
May 13 Dave Ullman Go Val! $26.50
May 11 Ann Baughman You got this, Valerie! You are inspirational, good luck! $53.00
May 08 Steve Windels $25.00