The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit environmental organization founded in 1984 by a group of surfers in Malibu, California. The organization focuses on protecting and preserving the world’s oceans, waves, and beaches through a network of grassroots chapters and environmental activism. Initially established to protect local surf spots, the foundation has evolved into a global movement with over 80 chapters and 90,000 members across the United States. The organization’s work encompasses five primary initiatives: beach access, clean water, coastal preservation, ocean protection, and plastic pollution. Through these programs, Surfrider Foundation engages in policy advocacy, education, scientific research, and direct action campaigns. Notable achievements include successful legal battles against coastal polluters, implementation of plastic bag bans in numerous municipalities, and the preservation of significant coastal areas. The foundation operates through a combination of volunteer activism and professional staff, conducting water quality testing programs, beach cleanups, and legislative advocacy. Their “Ocean Friendly Restaurants” program certifies establishments that follow sustainable practices, while their “Blue Water Task Force” monitors local water quality at beaches nationwide. The organization maintains partnerships with scientific institutions, environmental groups, and corporate sponsors to further its mission of coastal protection and conservation.