Respect the Water, Save a Life.
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What We Do
Our goal is to empower individuals of all ages with the knowledge and skills to swim safely and responsibly.
Life jackets aren’t just accessories; they’re lifelines. With our initiatives, we’ve not only provided essential life vests for at-risk areas but also woven a safety net of education around our youth. Our voices echo across the waters, resonating with the urgency of caution and preparedness.
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Our Impact
The Blessed 2 B Foundation is a charitable non-profit organization, located in the Metro area, Saint Louis MO and East Saint IL area. The Purpose of this organization is to educate the public, communities of the hidden dangers that hides beneath the waters that empties into the Mississippi River near St. Louis at Arnold and Oakville.
The Meramec River is one of the longest free-flowing waterways in the U.S. state of Missouri, Our purpose is to promote safe swimming in the Meramec and Dent County, Missouri. The Foundation was established in 2019 in memory of Devon D Matthews, a young man from Alorton Illinois who lost his life while swimming in the Meramec River near, Arnold Mo, the largest city in Jefferson County, Missouri, United States. The organization’s official name is B2B Safety Foundation.
About
Shirley Sanders
Executive Director
Blessed 2B Foundation was founded by Shirley Sanders in memory of her son, Devon, who tragically drowned on a family float trip. Inspired by her personal loss, Shirley is committed to raising awareness about water safety and ensuring that no other family has to endure such a devastating tragedy.
Her mission is to educate the public about the hidden dangers of water in all bodies of water and empower individuals with the knowledge and skills to prevent accidental drownings.
