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Surfrider Foundation

www.surfrider.org

Organization Type:
Non-Profit

Mission:
The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit environmental organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world's oceans, waves and beaches for all people, through conservation, activism, research and education.

Contact:
Vickie McMurchie
Surfrider Foundation
P.O.Box 6010
San Clemente, CA 92674-6010
Phone: (949) 492-8170
Fax: (949) 492-8142
info@surfrider.org

Geographical Focus:
Local through International

Counties Served:
All

Activities:
Research, Education, Recycling, Enforcement, Advocacy, Policy, Conservation, Restoration, Regulation, Water Monitoring, Resource Management, Water Pollution Prevention

Topic:
Beaches, Coastal Access, Fisheries, Habitat Restoration, Marine Debris, Marine/Estuary Reserves & Sanctuaries, Open Ocean/Oceanography, Watershed Hydrology, Water Quality/Storm Water Runoff, Wetlands

Educational Resources:
Curriculum, Posters, Outreach Programs, On-Site Programs, Publications, Newsletter, Brochures, Exhibits/Displays, Multimedia, Website, Library/Lending Materials, Speaker/Lecture Series

Target Audience:
K-9, General Public

Other Languages:
Written materials and multimedia resources in Spanish and Japanese. We have several international chapters that have their own PSAs, posters, brochures, curriculum, etc.

Group Size Accommodated:
Up to 30

Volunteer Opportunities

  Program:
General Volunteer
  Description:
Beach clean ups or office help. Office help includes stuffing membership packages, t-shirt folding and water quality testing.
  When Needed:
Volunteers are needed throughout the year. We are open Monday – Friday from 9a.m. – 5p.m. Volunteers can also contact their local chapter to participate in weekend beach clean ups.
  Commitment Required:
No minimum requirement
  Application/Training:
Please call ahead to reserve a volunteer spot. We can’t always accommodate walk-in volunteers.
  Community Service Documentation:
Yes


Internship Opportunities

  Program:
We offer internships in the following departments: International, Marketing, Legal, Environmental and IT.
  Description:
Varies on department
  When Needed:
We accept interns all year long, but the summer is really the height of our intern needs.
  Qualifications:
Varies depending on dept. Please email info@surfrider.org or visit Surfrider Foundation’s website for available internships and qualifications.
  Number of Interns:
1-6
  Housing Provided:
No
  Paid:
Depends on department
  Stipend:
Depends on department
  Credit:
Yes


Service Fee:
To become a member of Surfrider Foundation there is a $25 membership fee. You don’t have to be a member in order to engage in activities.


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