South Sound Chapter

Empowering communities in Tacoma, Gig Harbor, and the southern Puget Sound to protect our Washington coasts

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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Fundraising

Jack Johnson, Friend of the Ocean

Donations Matched

Our ocean is under serious threat from plastics, pollution, and inaction. It needs more friends who are ready to show up, clean up, speak out, and protect it.

Join Surfrider and Jack Johnson by donating to become a friend of the ocean. The Surfrider Foundation is proud to be a non-profit partner of the SURFILMUSIC 2026 Tour. When you donate to the South Sound Chapter, Jack Johnson will match your gift.

Surfrider and Jack have been partnering since 2008, when we joined his Sleep Through the Static tour. Together, we’ve built a strong community of ocean advocates.

About the Tour: The SURFILMUSIC 2026 North American Tour will bring Jack and the band coast-to-coast for 43 shows from June through October. After a few years without a full tour, this run brings together what Jack cares about most: surf, film, music, good friends, and community. In select cities, special guests Hermanos Gutiérrez, Lake Street Dive, and G. Love will join the tour. See full dates and locations at the link below.

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Chapter Events

A volunteer poses in front of a trash bag full of single use plastic bottles and other beach trash

Monthly Events

Spring

Volunteer with Surfrider and turn your love for the ocean into real impact. Join a community of local advocates, meet people who care as much as you do, and take part in hands-on efforts to protect the beaches, waves, and coastlines you treasure. From beach cleanups and community events to local campaigns and policy change, your time and energy help keep our coasts clean, healthy, and accessible for everyone—now and for future generations.

2026 Events

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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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