Launched in February 2010, America Rows, a nationwide diversity and inclusion initiative, is aimed at increasing awareness of rowing and introducing the sport to a diverse group of Americans.

America Rows programs are currently in development for Cleveland, Chicago, New York, Oakland and Philadelphia. The initiative will provide support, both organizationally and financially, to existing and planned programs across the country.

This section will be updated regularly to provide tips and solutions to the many barriers of entry to the sport of rowing, including recruiting, funding, transportation and swimming. For more information, contact USRowing Inclusion Manager Richard Butler at richard@usrowing.org.

2/3/2010: USRowing Launches America Rows Initiative

2/3/2010: USRowing Announces Partnership with HOPSports

2/2/2010: Letter from USRowing Inclusion Manager Richard Butler