The Surf Happens Foundation will host its annual Lakey Peterson Keiki Bowl, on December 19, 2015, a U14 Surf Competition and community gathering where nobody loses the first round. After the first round surfers are separated into two brackets, the main event, and a repercharge division based upon heat placings. The event is FREE to all competitors. Donations are encouraged though so the Surf Happens Foundation can continue to fund these events.

All skill levels are welcome with push in divisions available for U8 surfers. Registration for the event will be hosted online at surfhappens.com between November 10-December 10, 2015. Space is limited with priority established on first come first serve basis.

The LPLC also serves to promote the Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation featuring a learn to surf class for area youth surviving cancer with special pro guests. In addition, we are promoting the Surf Happens foundation High Five program of picking up five pieces of trash every time you go to the beach and five simple solutions to reducing pollution and personal carbon handprint. The nonprofit arm of Surf Happens Surf School, the Surf Happens Foundation, a registered 501C3, funds the LPLC.

Every year, on the third Saturday in September, people join together at sites all over California to take part in the State's largest volunteer event, California Coastal Cleanup Day. In 2013, over 58,000 volunteers removed almost 750,000 pounds of trash and recyclables from California's beaches, lakes, and waterways. Families, friends, coworkers, scout troops, school groups, service clubs, and individuals come together to celebrate and share their appreciation of California's fabulous coast and waterways. The event is part of the International Coastal Cleanup, organized by the Ocean Conservancy, which is the largest volunteer event on the planet!

The first annual Surf Happens Foundation, Coffin Brothers’ Surf Out will launch Saturday, August 8th 2015 at Jalama County Beach. The Coffin Brothers Surf Out is a U17 Surf Competition and community gathering where nobody loses in the first round. Age divisions include boys U 10, U12, U14, and U17, along with U17 and U13 girls divisions. After the first round, surfers are separated into two brackets, the main event, and a repercharge division based upon heat placings. There will also be a pro expression session showcasing Conner and Parker Coffin and a host of other professionals pushing the limits of the sport for the next generation. The event is Free to all competitors; donations to Surf Happens Foundation are encouraged so we can continue to put on these events free of charge. Call or email the Surf Happens office (805-966-3613, info@surfhappens.com) to register. Registration will be on a first come first served basis, beginning May 15, and closing July 25th.

Girls Incorporated of Greater Santa Barbara celebrates more than 50 years as an affiliate of an almost 150 year old national non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Through educational, research-based programs, activities and advocacy, Girls Incorporated offers girls ages 4-1/2 to 18 years opportunities to experience success as they prepare to lead independent and fulfilling lives. Girls Inc. was recently ranked among the top high-impact youth service non-profits!  Surf Happens Foundation will be partnering with Girls inc.  for the second year to host a Surf Day!