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Our Mission

 Where the land meets the sea

What We Fight For

plastic pollution reduction

Plastic Reduction

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

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ocean protection

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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Coast & Climate

Coast & 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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Latest Updates
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Latest News

Your Guide To Reef Friendly Sunscreens

A big concern among ocean scientists and beachgoers is the impact that chemical sunscreens are having on the marine environment. The FDA has even recommended removing all chemical sunscreen ingredients from their list of “safe and effective” ingredients due to concerns about human health risks!
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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.

Our Campaigns

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Featured Campaign

Demand Action On Climate Change

Our ocean and coasts are at the center of the climate crisis.

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Our Programs

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Featured Program

Ocean Friendly Restaurants

The Surfrider Foundation’s Ocean Friendly Restaurants program tackles plastic pollution at its source. One restaurant, one customer at a time.

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Our Network
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Find Surfrider Near You

We're always looking for volunteers to help affect change locally. Join us.

Our Impact

Our efforts are paying off.
See what we’ve accomplished so far:

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Chapters and Student Clubs

800+


Victories to Protect Our Coast

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Volunteer Hours in 2021

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100% of every purchase helps protect our coasts, waves and beaches.
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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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