The Ocean Needs More Friends

The ocean is under attack like never before. From Drilling. Fracking. Plastics. Pollution. Indifference. That’s why the ocean needs more friends. Friends who show up. Clean up. Speak out and protect.

Join Surfrider and become a friend of the ocean.

Our Mission

Where the land meets the sea

What We Fight For

Plastic Reduction

Reducing the impact of plastics in the marine environments that surround us.

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Ocean Protection

Defending our ocean from challenges threatening the vitality of the ecosystem.

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Beach Access

Working with decision-makers to ensure full and fair beach access for all to enjoy.

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Coasts & Climate

Taking on issues that threaten our beaches and natural shorelines.

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Clean Water

Protecting the health and sustainability of our planet's most precious resource.

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The Surfrider Foundation is dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world’s ocean, waves and beaches, for all people, through a powerful activist network.

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Featured Program

Join Us At Our Next Cleanup

By taking practical action to protect the environment, your collection efforts allow Surfrider LA to use data to influence laws and reduce waste at the source!

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Featured Campaign

LA Plastic Reduction Measures Pass!

Among all the debris we find in our waterways, single-use plastic tops the list. That's why we're excited to announce LA City Council voted unanimously to adopt 3 ordinances that will decrease plastics locally.

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Our Network

Volunteer

Join Our Local Network

We're always looking for volunteers to help affect change in our Los Angeles community. Join us.

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The Surfrider Foundation is committed to fostering a just, equitable, diverse and inclusive organization for all people who protect and enjoy the world’s ocean, waves and beaches.

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