Large city buildings sit on the shore of a Great Lake

Chicago Chapter

Our Mission

Where the land meets the sea

What We Fight For

Plastic Reduction

Reducing the impact of plastics in the marine environments that surround us.

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Ocean Protection

Defending our ocean from challenges threatening the vitality of the ecosystem.

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Beach Access

Working with decision-makers to ensure full and fair beach access for all to enjoy.

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Coasts & Climate

Taking on issues that threaten our beaches and natural shorelines.

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Clean Water

Protecting the health and sustainability of our planet's most precious resource.

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The Surfrider Foundation is dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world’s ocean, waves and beaches, for all people, through a powerful activist network.

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Our Campaigns

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Our Programs

Featured Program

Great Lakes Friendly Restaurants

We recognize restaurants that are committed to cutting out wasteful single-use plastic and offer a simple, straightforward framework to help them make sustainable choices for our waterways.

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Our Network

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We're always looking for volunteers to help affect change locally. Join our network.

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Our Programs

Featured Program

Blue Water Task Force

We recognize restaurants that are committed to cutting out wasteful single-use plastic – and offer a simple, straightforward framework to help them make sustainable choices for our waterways.

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The Surfrider Foundation is committed to fostering a just, equitable, diverse and inclusive organization for all people who protect and enjoy the world’s ocean, waves and beaches.

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