Support SUDS Diving
Your donation directly funds adaptive sports programs, live event coverage and sports rehabilitation activities for wounded servicemembers. Every dollar counts.
Your Gift Funds Real Sports Programs
SUDS is a 501(c)3 non-profit that exists solely through charitable donations. There is no government funding — every adaptive sports program, live event, dive trip and coaching session is made possible by generous donors like you.
Your support funds scuba certification programs, sports event scheduling, live coverage production, equipment, instructor travel and athlete transportation — the full ecosystem of adaptive sports for wounded warriors.
SUDS maintains low administrative overhead, receives pro bono legal counsel and publishes audited financial statements publicly. When you give to SUDS, you know exactly where your money goes.
Your Donation Funds
- Scuba CertificationsSDI certifications for wounded warriors — at zero cost to participants
- Sports Event CostsTravel, accommodation and logistics for live sports events
- Live Event CoverageVideo production and streaming of sports events for remote supporters
- Adaptive EquipmentSpecialized gear for each of our five adaptive sports disciplines
- Instructor ProgramsTraining and support for our volunteer adaptive sports instructors
Choose a Donation Level
All donations are tax-deductible. SUDS is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit — CFC # 94754.
More Ways to Support SUDS
Combined Federal Campaign
Federal employees can donate through the CFC. Look up SUDS under CFC # 94754 (National Capital Area).
Buy SUDS Merchandise
The coolest SUDS T-shirts are available and all proceeds go directly to SUDS programs.
Become a Sponsor
Businesses can sponsor SUDS sports events and receive recognition across event marketing & live sports coverage.
Spread the Word
Share our sports event coverage, athlete stories and mission with your network. Awareness is everything.
Your 2025 Donations: By the Numbers
Every dollar you gave in 2025 went to work immediately. SUDS concluded its 18th year serving wounded warriors with its strongest program year on record:
- 138 servicemembers served across all programs
- 47 events in 12 locations across the US and Caribbean
- 93¢ of every $1 went directly to programs
- 100% free to every participating servicemember