Our Partners
Together, we can turn collective action into lasting coastal impact
partner with us
Surfrider South Vancouver Island has a rich history of collaborating with values-aligned companies, organizations, and community partners. Our partnerships program offers meaningful ways for businesses and organizations to be part of our activist network, support coastal protection and drive policy change while creating tangible, local impact.
Program Partners
Program Partners play a foundational role in advancing our mission to protect South Vancouver Island’s coastlines. Through long-term, high-impact support across both chapter-wide initiatives and core conservation programs, Program partners help keep our chapter strong and effective for the long haul.
Your support makes possible:
On-the-ground program delivery
Long-term campaigns and strategic advocacy
Regional awareness-raising and outreach
Chapter sustainability and organizational resilience
Public education and volunteer engagement & training
community partners
Community Partners contribute to the success of our programs and events by offering resources, services, or spaces that help bring our mission to life. This is an accessible entry point for local businesses and organizations looking to support ocean protection in practical, hands-on ways.
*Tax receipts are available for in-kind donations.
Contributions may include:
Hosting events, workshops, or public meet-ups
Donating materials, equipment, or supplies
Providing professional or in-kind services
Community Partners play a vital role in building a strong, connected chapter and a culture of coastal stewardship.
Why partner with us?
Your organization will support real impact in protecting Vancouver Island’s coastlines. Have a peak at our 2025 impact below!
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1,052 kg of garbage removed and 16 km of coastline restored across monthly cleanups, engaging hundreds of community members.
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195 water samples collected across 15 sites by a dedicated team of approximately 10 trained volunteers.
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Community-led program removing derelict fishing gear, foam, and marine debris from our coastlines.
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Campaigns working with decision-makers to reduce single-use plastics and protect water quality at the source.
Partnering with us provides your business with meaningful opportunities to:
Demonstrate your commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement.
Gain visibility by being featured on our website, newsletter, and social media channels.
Strengthen your brand by aligning with a trusted, community-focused organization.
Bring your team together through meaningful, hands-on volunteer opportunities.
FAQ’s
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Absolutely! Surfrider Foundation South Vancouver Island is a registered charity (Charitable Registration Number: 805979424 RR0001), and we’re happy to provide in-kind tax receipts for eligible donations.
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Recognition includes logo placement on our website, mentions in our monthly newsletter (2,500 subscribers and growing!), and social media (nearly 5,000 Instagram followers).
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Definitely! Partners have opportunities for volunteer engagement by participating in our community events, such as beach cleanups and the Blue Water Task Force program.
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We set partnership terms together to ensure they align with your organization’s strategic goals.
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With either contribution, SFVI will highlight your businesses and logo as we see fit, on our Surfrider Vancouver Island website and in our monthly email Newsletter.
Not a business or organization? You can still make a difference!
Every donation, big or small, helps support our core programs, advocacy campaigns, and community events.