Host events where a portion of proceeds supports Surfrider’s mission, helping fund our ocean conservation and environmental programs.
Become a Corporate Partner
About Partnerships
The Surfrider Foundation has over twenty years of experience collaborating with companies through our partnerships programs. Our goal is to provide brands, corporations and small businesses with a philanthropic opportunity that will create meaningful and recognized impact around our mission and their stake in protecting the health of our coasts and ocean.
Partnering with Surfrider San Diego is more than just sponsorship—it’s a commitment to protecting our ocean, waves, and beaches while engaging with a passionate community that values sustainability. Your support directly fuels our mission-driven programs and provides unique opportunities to showcase your company’s dedication to environmental stewardship.
Please read the page below for more information on our partnership models, program, and the additional ways of supporting Surfrider.
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Support our initiatives through financial contributions or in-kind donations of products and services for events, cleanups, and campaigns.
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Partner with Surfrider San Diego to create co-branded products, with proceeds supporting ocean protection and environmental initiatives.
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Host or sponsor events that align with Surfrider's mission, from local beach cleanups to our annual fundraising event.
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Organize company volunteer days for cleanups or encourage employee donation matching to support Surfrider San Diego’s efforts.
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Support our volunteer-led program teams focused on clean water, coastal access, plastic reduction, and climate action solutions.
Partnership Opportunities
Outside of our official corporate partnerships program, there are additional ways to support Surfrider San Diego
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Become A Member
Your donation makes you a Surfrider member. Join a passionate group of ocean enthusiasts who have been at the forefront of ocean protection for over forty years. Donate here directly to Surfrider San Diego County.
Volunteer With Us!
We carry out regular activities, campaigns and programs. Get involved here!
Make A Donation
At anytime, brands, companies or corporations are encouraged to make a monetary donation. All donations are tax-deductible in accordance with the tax law, acknowledged with a formal receipt. Making a no-strings-attached donation does not require any approval, agreements or formal arrangements. Direct donations can be mailed to: Surfrider San Diego 3900 Cleveland Ave. Ste B, San Diego, CA 92103.
1% for the Planet
Business members of the 1% for the Planet network can commit to donating the equivalent of 1% of gross sales through a combination of monetary, in-kind and approved promotional support directly to Surfrider Foundation San Diego County. 1% for the Planet certifies all member donations to legitimize the members’ commitment by reviewing and confirming sales and donation details annually.
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No. Out of respect for our current partners and to maintain the integrity of our partnership alignment standards, use of the Surfrider San Diego County name or marks to reference partnership, a portion of proceeds donation, collaborative product or any commercial program is prohibited without explicit approval.
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Please visit the Sponsored Beach Cleanups opportunities to learn more.
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Surfrider San Diego County does not and shall not endorse or otherwise promote in-kind donated products or services. Surfrider has the authority to engage in collaborative product promotions, which we may recognize in our marketing.
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Surfrider San Diego County does not align with or promote Kickstarter or any crowdsourced fundraising campaigns.