Surfrider Foundation San Diego County
Non-profit OrganizationsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit environmental organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of our world’s ocean, waves and beaches, for all people, through a powerful activist network. Founded in 1984 by a handful of visionary surfers in Malibu, California, the Surfrider Foundation now maintains over 50,000 members and 80+ chapters worldwide. The San Diego County Chapter is one of the largest & most active chapters in the world. Our permanent staff includes a Chapter Manager, a Policy Coordinator, and a Beach Cleanup Coordinator. A volunteer Executive Committee serves as our local Board of Directors. Our impacts are primarily achieved through 9 volunteer-led committees, who work tirelessly to protect and enjoy San Diego county's 72 miles of ocean, waves and beaches. SD County committee/programs include: Beach Cleanups, Beach Preservation, Blue Water Task Force, Clean Border Water Now, Hold Onto Your Butt, Rise Above Plastics, Ocean Friendly Restaurants, Ocean Friendly Gardens, and our Climate Change committee. For more information on the SD County Chapter and our programs, please visit surfridersd.org or email info@surfridersd.org.