Changing Tides Foundation
Non-profit OrganizationsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Changing Tides Foundation is a women‑led nonprofit based in Encinitas, California, established to empower young women from underserved communities through mentorship, community, and outdoor experiences. Since 2016, it has created pathways for participants to build confidence, leadership skills, and meaningful connections, focusing on personal growth through ocean-based programs and expanding inland with a planned skateboarding mentorship. The organization pairs participants with trained mentors and integrates workshops on topics such as women’s health, self‑defense, and environmental stewardship, with broader activities including community events, clinics, and cleanups that foster inclusion and leadership development. In addition to its surf mentorship, the foundation plans to broaden its reach in 2026 by launching a skateboarding mentorship program, extending its approach to youths who face barriers to coastal access.