From public IRS filings
SAVE THE WAVES COALITION
SANTA CRUZ, CA · Environment
Mission
Save the Waves protects surf ecosystems around the world, forming coalitions with local communities and utilizing a unique combination of protected areas, stewardship, and grass-roots mobilization.
Financials (IRS Form 990)
Total revenue
$1.1M
Total expenses
$1.5M
Total assets
$1.4M
Program expense ratio
71%
Source: IRS Form 990, tax year 2024.
Who funds SAVE THE WAVES COALITION
$1.7M in foundation grants on record from 33 funders — matched from IRS 990 grant line items. Some matches may be approximate.
| Funder | Total given | Grants |
|---|---|---|
| Conservation International Foundation | $434K | 4 |
| Schmidt Family Foundation | $310K | 3 |
| Waitt Foundation | $140K | 2 |
| Marisla Foundation | $100K | 2 |
| Ocean Risk and Resilience Action Alliance | $100K | 2 |
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust | $70K | 2 |
| Stone Family Foundation | $60K | 2 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | $45K | 4 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | $43K | 2 |
| Www Foundation | $40K | 2 |
Leadership
Nik Strong-Cvetich — CEO (Principal officer)
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