The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit grassroots organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of our world’s oceans, waves, and beaches through a powerful activist network. There are 80 chapters and 100 youth clubs in the Surfrider network. The Oʻahu Chapter is one of the most active chapters in the Surfrider network. Surfrider’s work is largely made possible by the work of incredible volunteers on our Executive Committee and Core Volunteer network.
The O’ahu Chapter is supported by the Hawaiʻi Regional Manager who supports regional projects, programs, and our Surfrider Chapters in Hawaiʻi.
The Surfrider Oʻahu Executive Committee (EC) is our volunteer-based board. The EC is made up of core volunteers who are dedicated to the Surfrider mission. They give an incredible amount of hours and are the decision-making foundation for the chapter. EC terms are two years and are elected positions.
Elizabeth Benyshek, Oʻahu Chair
Email: chair@oahu.surfrider.org
Jen Ballou
Email: secretary@oahu.surfrider.org
Mike Foley, Beach Protection
Email: beachprotectioncoordinator@
oahu.surfrider.org
Surfrider O’ahu is made up of various programs and committees that are the heart of our organization. Our committee leads are all volunteers, who give their time to make our work successful.
Daniel Amato, bwtf@oahu.surfrider.org
Arleen Velasco, bwtf2@oahu.surfrider.org
Ryan Dadds, ofr@oahu.surfrider.org
Lauren Kaiser, ofg@oahu.surfrider.org
Brittany Craig, socialmedia@oahu.surfrider.org
Maria Lujan, campaigns@oahu.surfrider.org
Weʻre looking for....
Volunteer Coordinator: Connect interested volunteers, create newsletters, and grow our activist network!
Content Creator: Create posters and digital social media about events, programs, and campaigns
Grants Coordinator: Locate and apply for grants to support our work
Public Relations Coordinator: Connect with local media for press releases and interviews
Social Media Assistant: Help us stay engaged and active on our socials! (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter)
Tabeling Coordinator: Represent Surfrider at influential events and share SF knowledge with the community!
OFR assistants: Help Ryan out, check in with local OFRʻs and keep them psyched on the program
Merchandise Coordinator: Manage orders and deliveries of our latest and greatest SF merch
Youth Clubs Coordinator (seasonal): Share the SF mission with the keiki and communicate with active clubs
Sound like you?
Send your resume and brief description of why you want to join to Sarah at volunteercoordinator@oahu.surfrider.org