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Featured Corporate Sponsors

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SIMA (Surf Industry Manufacturers Association): Liquid Nation Ball

In 2008, the Surf Industry Manufacturers Association (SIMA) Humanitarian Fund proudly announced Dr. Dave Jenkins, CEO of SurfAid International, as Humanitarian of the Year. Dr. Dave was honored at Liquid Nation Ball 5, the official fundraiser for the SIMA Humanitarian Fund, on Friday, September 5, 2008.

Dr. Dave Jenkins was the first-ever SIMA Humanitarian of the Year to be honored by the SIMA Humanitarian Fund Board.

The annual Liquid Nation Ball serves as the main fundraising source for the SIMA Humanitarian Fund and has become one of the surf industry’s can’t miss events. Each September surf industry legends, surf stars, and La Jolla VIPs gather for an amazing night of dancing, live music, great food, open bar, and a short live auction of a unique collection of one-of-a-kind items to exclusively benefit the surf-related humanitarian organizations selected by the SIMA Humanitarian Fund Board of Directors.

Since 2003, Liquid Nation Ball has become one of the surf industry’s most anticipated fundraising events, benefiting 14 surf-related humanitarian organizations. The event is strategically placed on the second night of ASR September for the most influential figures, stars, and icons of the surf industry to attend. Read more about SurfAid and Liquid Nation.

+Check out SIMA's site

Quiksilver: SurfAid International Launches Quiksilver SurfAid Community Health Training Centre

Humanitarian aid organization SurfAid International has opened the first stage of the Quiksilver SurfAid Community Health Training Centre at Katiet, in the Mentawai Islands, off Indonesia’s West Sumatran coast.

The centre, which has been funded by the Quiksilver Foundation, has been designed by leading organic agriculturalist, Brendan Hoare.

In the worst Mentawai villages, up to 50 per cent of children will die from causes including acute respiratory infection, diarrhea, bad or unclean birthing and malaria. Underlying this, SurfAid research shows that up to 40 per cent of Mentawai children are malnourished and 60 per cent of mothers and children are anemic. The centre aims to help correct this situation.

About the Katiet Village Project

The Katiet Village Project is about pioneering future community development projects.  Before these projects can then be rolled out to all SurfAid target villages they need to be tested and refined.  Katiet village will serve as a testing ground and in the future as a training center for village leaders from around the islands. Click here to read more about the Quiksilver Foundation.

+Check out Quiksilver's site

Billabong: The SurfAid International Schools Program

The SurfAid International Schools Program, supported by Billabong, is a five-year global educational program available for free online to teachers and students in Australia, New Zealand, Europe and the United States. The program provides an opportunity for students to learn about the geography, economy, culture, health and living conditions of the 70,000 people of the Mentawai Island region, off the coast of West Sumatra, Indonesia. The Schools Program is a collaboration between SurfAid International, Billabong, the education sector, students, parents and teachers.

For more information please visit http://schools.surfaidinternational.org

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Reef Redemption: A Culture of Giving

The Reef Redemption Program is a part of Reef’s commitment to employing what we believe to be environmentally conscious and socially responsible business practices.

Reef contributes 1% of the sales of this product series to non-profit foundations in support of environmental and humanitarian efforts around the world.

We feel that, as surfers and business people creating products relative to the surfing lifestyle, we have a distinct responsibility to act as stewards of the environment and the surrounding communities. It is imperative that we contribute toward the preservation and restoration of our natural world. We should help to ensure that there will be beaches, mountains and oceans for the future of our businesses and recreational endeavors.

For more information please visit http://www.reefredemption.com/

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Watermans Applied Science: The SurfAid Paddle for Humanity

The goal of the SurfAid Paddle is to bring awareness and funding to SurfAid International. It is Watermans' intention that this event encourages both individuals and community businesses to support SurfAid’s cause.

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+ To register to use a Surftech demo board during the event please contact Pete Stirling at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or by phone: 949.596.0082

When a life well lived means a life in the sun nothing is more important then keeping you protected. Water and snow reflect the suns' rays, intensifying the negative effects of UV radiation. That is why all of Watermans products provide superior broad-spectrum protection against both UVA and UVB radiation. Watermans offers three unique products that will be there for you when you need them most, all specially formulated to let you live life on your own terms. Don't live life in the shadows--Watermans.

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Featured Media Sponsors

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The Surfer's Journal: Support SurfAid When You Subscribe

Support SurfAid by giving a subscription to TSJ today! By following the link below, for every subscription to The Surfer's Jounal purchased by Surfaid supporters, TSJ will donate 5% of the subscription price to help support SurfAid's programs in the Mentawai and Nias islands.

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Upcoming Events

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Wild Rock: Get Wild and Rock the House with Billabong

Wine Reception:
SurfAid Fundraising Party at the Billabong House

Friday, December 11th 2009

7pm to 10pm

$49 with all profits going to SurfAid International

Reservations: (808) 497-1743

Featuring:
Wild Rock Wines and Cuisine by Starpoint Cafe
Entertainment by Lost @ Sea
Meet Pro Surfers

Raffle Prizes:
+ Trip to New Zealand hosted by Wild Rock
+ Wild Rock surfboard and Da Kine bags
+ Billabong apparel
+ And more

Swim 4 Humanity 2010

Swim 4 Humanity 2010 is now open for individual and team registrations. This year, Swim 4 Humanity will take place in six locations in California, New York, and New Jersey. Participants ask friends and family to sponsor them in a 30 minute lap swim, and may also choose to participate in a competitive freestyle lap swim and fun relay race.

Swim 4 Humanity 2010 will be held this March in California and May on the east coast. Watch the official web site for updates on specific dates and times, as well as a list of prizes generously donated by our sponsors!

Visit the Swim 4 Humanity 2010 Site

Watermans:  Applied Science Presents Paddle 4 Humanity sponsored by BOARDWORKS SURF

Attention all Surfers, Paddlers, and Watersports Enthusiasts.  May 1st, Watermans: Applied Science will host the second annual "Paddle 4 Humanity" at Doheny State Park located in beautiful Dana Point, California.

This year's event features a jog-a-thon type online fundraising platform with a round trip ticket to Indonesia going to the top individual fundraiser! Show your support for the SurfAid cause by participating in the 2-mile fun paddle or battle it out with the big dogs in the 6-Mile Elite Race for over $5,000 in cash prizes!

All proceeds from this event will go directly to SurfAid International to help support their efforts in bring Malaria education and prevention, sustainable clean water projects, and sanitation to parts of the world connected to us through surfing.  Please join us in our effort to raise $100,000 for such a worthy cause.

For more information visit surfaidinternational.org/paddle2010

Featured Retailers

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OKOTO: OKOTO+Relief supports SurfAid's Padang Earthquake Appeal

In response to the September 30, 7.6 earthquake in Sumatra, OKOTO+relief will donate 20% of proceeds from every sale at OKOTO.com to SurfAid International relief efforts in Indonesia.

To learn more about OKOTO's efforts to support the people of Padang, click here.

If you would like to donate directly to the Padang Earthquake relief appeal, you can do so here.

And please, inform your network and pass this along. Together we can make a difference in communities across the globe.

OluKai: OluKai 2009 Warehouse Sale

OluKai Premium Footware & Hinano Clothing's 2009 warehouse sale, held on Friday 11/6/09 and Saturday 11/7/09, raised over $3000 to support SurfAid's Padang earthquake relief appeal.

SurfAid International USA

SurfAid International USA was incorporated in California in October 2002 as a nonprofit 501 (c) (3) to share SurfAid's mission of improving the health, well-being and self-reliance of people living in isolated regions connected to us through surfing. SurfAid USA is located in Carlsbad, California in the heart of the surf and action sport industry. Many of these companies along with other businesses, foundations and donors provide tremendous support to create awareness and raise money for SurfAid's programs in Indonesia.

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Accountability
SurfAid International is committed to transparency and accountability and reaches out to the general public in a number of ways:
+ Annual Audits
+ Annual Reports & Form 990’s (hardcopy only)
+ Web-Based Emails & Newsletters
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Marketing & Fundraising Opportunities
Our supporters assist us with creating awareness, fundraising activities and volunteering at fundraising events.

Board of Directors
+ Paul Riehle -  President
+ Aaron Behle - Treasurer
+ Santiago Aguerre
+ Dr Karl Luber

Staff
+ Javier Guerrero - Development Director
+ Elizabeth Ritter - administration, events & volunteers
+ Matt Martyniuk - Website Administrator
+ Zephyr Fletcher - Accounting Manager
+ Andrea Yoder Clark - Schools Program Coordinator

Contact Information
SurfAid International, USA
PO Box 130369
Carlsbad, CA 92013
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