2025 Campaign – Changing Lives on the Water

RIVERSPORT Foundation is changing lives. You can see it in the youth, veterans, adaptive athletes and families we serve every day. People of all ages and all levels of ability are discovering the life-changing potential at the Oklahoma River. You don’t have to be an athlete to make it happen. Some changes are character building. Others open minds to new possibilities. And some lead to adventures never imagined.

We do it through free programming for anyone who wouldn’t normally have the opportunity to experience the challenges – and rewards – of learning a new sport, being a part of a team or trying a new outdoor adventure.

But we can’t do it alone, and we’re on a mission to raise crucial funds to allow us to continue providing free programming to these important members of our community.

Get to know them and their stories below. No donation is too small, and any amount will allow us to continue offering these life-changing experiences.

  • $25 funds a field trip experience for one child
  • $50 funds a Kayak Football session for one veteran
  • $250 funds a season of Youth Rowing League for one athlete
  • $350 funds a one-week summer camp experience for one child
  • $500 funds one season of rowing for a veteran or adaptive athlete
  • $2,000 funds a season of Youth Rowing League for a full team
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Thrive Outside

The Power of Play

Play. It’s so much more than fun and games. It’s how kids first learn about risk-taking and problem-solving, working together and exploring boundaries, making friends and changing the way they see themselves and the world. It has the power to change a child’s life.

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Veterans

Healing on the Water

For many veterans, the transition to civilian life is difficult. They’re adjusting to a new normal, often struggling with identity and purpose – all while carrying the weight of endured pain and unimaginable memories. But on the water, something changes.

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Adaptive Athletes

Rowing Without Limits

The VIARP Vipers is like any other rowing team. They practice twice a week. They compete twice a year. They celebrate big wins and birthdays. They work hard and have fun. But something sets this team apart that you might not see.

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Scholastic Youth Rowing League

What Rowing Can Do

From the Oklahoma River to the classroom and beyond, the Scholastic Youth Rowing League is transforming the lives of Oklahoma City area students.

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