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SIMA ENVIRONMENTAL FUND

Healthy oceans.
A future for surfing.

Supporting organizations that protect the places surfing depends on.

Clean water & living coastlines

The Environmental Fund supports ecological organizations working to improve ocean and beach environments through clean water initiatives, surf preservation and access, and conservation education.

A community effort

Fundraising brings surf businesses and the wider public together. Waterman’s is an important part of that effort, combining industry recognition with support for ocean protection.

Environmental leadership

The fund’s executive director is Vipe Desai. Paul Naude of Vissla serves as president. Published board members include Beto Bedolfe, Chris Evans and Bob Mignogna.

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Support the work

Speak with SIMA before contributing to confirm the fund, purpose and transaction terms. Fund support is separate from association membership dues.

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Protecting our future, together.

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