Sea Tow Foundation Opens 1,000th Life Jacket Loaner Stand

Starting with just one life jacket loaner station  in 2008, the Sea Tow Foundation has grown to become the world’s largest life jacket loaner program, with loaner stations in all 50 states, plust Washington, D.C., American Samoa and the Virgin Islands. In September, it celebrated the opening of its 1,000 Life Jacket Loaner Stand at the Seminola Street Boat Ramp in Clearwater, Florida, with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

“This 1,000th Life Jacket Loaner Station marked a big milestone not only for the Sea Tow Foundation, but for boating safety across the country as a whole,” says Gail R. Kulp, executive director of the Sea Tow Foundation. “Since 2008, we’ve distributed over 90,000 life jackets, and we can’t wait to celebrate many more milestones in the future as the program continues to grow, ensuring people can make safe, fun and lasting memories on the water for years to come.” 

To celebrate this milestone and demonstrate its commitment to safe boating practices, MarineMax matched donations made to the Sea Tow Foundation up to $5,000 from September 23-30, 2022.

“We are thrilled to show our support for the Sea Tow Foundation as they open their 1,000th Life Jacket Loaner Stand today and we’re so proud to be matching public donations made to the Sea Tow Foundation through September 30,” said Collin Heimensen, general manager of MarineMax Clearwater. “Our company is rooted in creating family memories centered around the water and we know that starts with ensuring everyone has a safe experience on the water.”

For online resources, including fitting demonstration videos, life jacket cleaning tips and educational blogs, and to donate, visit boatingsafety.com.