DIVERSIFY WHITEWATER

Promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in paddlesports by removing the barriers for Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) and allies in kayaking, canoeing, rafting, and stand-up paddle boarding.

OUR MISSION

What is Diversify Whitewater?

About our story, actions, and dedication to increasing DEI in whitewater paddlesports.

2026 EVENT CALENDAR

Diversify Whitewater hosts paddling events all over the US during the summer and fall months, and we welcome paddlers of all backgrounds and skill levels.

Learn about our different events and scholarship programs, find events near you, and sign up to participate or volunteer.

PAST EVENTS

Since we started in 2020, Diversify has hosted dozens of paddling events, partnered with a variety of companies and organizations, and continues to build a strong community of diverse paddlers all over the country.

Learn about some of our past events, impact, and scholarship recipients.

WHAT WE DO

EQUIPMENT

Free use of boats and equipment, and gifting gear to dedicated participants.

EVENTS

No-cost paddling instruction & river trips.

EDUCATION

Communicating how to effectively address DEI on and off the water.

REPRESENTATION

Increasing the number of BIPOC faces and voices in the paddling community, industry and media.

MENTORSHIP

Building a community of BIPOC boaters who can pass on their skills to the next generation.

OUR PROGRAMS

We offer different types of whitewater trips and progressions from June-October.

OUR PARTNERS

We partner with a variety of companies and organizations who support us in executing our mission.

OUR TEAM

Get to know our passionate team and founders.

CONNECT

Following us on social media is the best way to stay up-to-date on all things Diversify.

GET INVOLVED

VOLUNTEER

We are always in need of volunteers both on land and on the water! Learn more about volunteering, & see our 2026 Event Calendar to find events near you.

DONATE

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, DW relies on the generosity of our sponsors and donations to realize our mission of creating a community for BIPOC paddlers.

PARTICIPATE

Are you a member or ally of the BIPOC community? Are you interested in playing outside with friends? View our 2026 Calendar to join us at an event!