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Changing Tides Day 2024
Join us on November 19, Changing Tides Day, a virtual fundraiser and day of awareness to support our mission to empower women to protect the planet and promote inclusivity and diversity in the ocean and beyond!
California's Progressive Stance on Plastic Pollution and Recycling
Misleading plastic labels will change due to new California law.
Plant Based March ‘24
Plant-based March ‘24 is all about looking at the whole picture. A need to return to growing food and holding food giant corporations accountable, learning about municipal compost efforts in your own area, and of course some veggie meal inspo!
Featured Shero: Hannah Walsh
In an exclusive interview with Hannah Walsh, an independent filmmaker and advocate for social and environmental change, we dive into her unconventional journey that led her to where she is today. From her deep connection to water to her passion for visual storytelling, Hannah shares how her personal and professional paths have intertwined. She opens up about her role as a female and LGBTQ+ filmmaker in a male-dominated surf and film industry, and the importance of inclusivity in the ocean. Discover Hannah's inspiring story, her connection with CTF and her commitment to using her work to drive positive change in the world.
WOMP Film World Premiere Party Recap
Join us as we relive the unforgettable WOMP World Premiere Party! From inspiring speeches to a massive raffle, and from pop-up shops to a film screening, this night was all about community, celebration, and making a difference. Together, we raised over $4,000!
CTF x Kateboards Surf & Skate Meetup Recap
community spirit. Amidst the ocean waves and the skateboarding adventures, our members reveled in a day of fun and camaraderie. As we surfed, skated, and celebrated, we also acknowledged the continuous support from our community that allows CTF to carry out our mission.
More Waves Less Plastic: Summer Adventure Guide
We created this guide for you to travel and enjoy summer responsibly, so you can have More Waves and Less Plastic!
Support CTF through Membership
One of the best ways you can support Changing Tides Foundation is by becoming a member. Your contribution keeps our mission alive and thriving because we can’t do it alone. By becoming a member, you become a part of our strong community of like minded individuals and brands who care about our world and the environment.
WOMP 2023 Coming Soon!
We are getting ready for our Spring 2023 WOMP sessions and couldn’t be more excited to serve young women of our community with access to surfing, and a compelling program of education and empowerment.
Changing Tides Day 2022
Join us on November 17, Changing Tides Day, a virtual fundraiser and day of awareness to support our mission to empower women to protect the planet and promote inclusivity and diversity in and out of the surf.
Changing Tides Day Fundraiser Party
Join us on November 18 for our Fundraiser Party at our Community Space in Encinitas.
Why is Fast Fashion Bad for the Planet (and you)?
Globally, the fashion industry is responsible for around 40 million tons of textile waste a year, most of which is either sent to landfill or incinerated
More Waves Less Plastic: Rob Greenfield
Rob Greenfield is an activist and humanitarian dedicated to leading the way to a more sustainable, just, and equal world. He is best known for his Trash Me campaign, where he wore every piece of trash he created for 30 days.
More Waves Less Plastic: Textured Waves
From raw material extraction, to manufacturing, to disposal, it is known that plastic disproportionately impacts BIPOC communities. The ladies at Textured Waves give us some insight into why, and how they do their part as female surfers.
More Waves Less Plastic
Our goal is to empower individual action so together, we can create collective change for our planet. That’s why we’re so excited to invite you to participate in our fifth annual Plastic Swear Challenge & new campaign - More Waves, Less Plastic.
Ocean School
Encouraged by surf teachers Jen Lacey and Orlando Sandrini Costa, for 9-months this little “pod” of kids discovered what being in the ocean can gift you, and we’d love to share Jessie’s essay here because she really does put it best!
Women’s Outreach Mentorship Program SoCal 2022
Our Women’s Outreach Mentorship Program (WOMP) is launching in Southern California!
Plant-Based March Challenge 2022
The Plant-Based March Challenge is back! We are so excited you’ve decided to come with us on this journey, and we will be participating by your side every step of the way.