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Relief fundraiser – Storm Alberto

Together we Supported La Red's efforts to rebuild and provide essential aid to families devastated by the storm.

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How we helped La Red:

Together we Supported La Red’s efforts to rebuild and provide essential aid to families devastated by the storm.

In the aftermath of Tropical Storm Alberto, we successfully raised $1,300 USD to support La Red, a dedicated organization in El Tunco, El Salvador, founded by Salvador Castellanos. The storm devastated coastal communities, flooding homes and leaving many families in desperate need of help.

Our contributions enabled La Red to provide crucial relief, including emergency food supplies, mattresses, and roof repairs. The funds raised made a significant impact, helping families begin the process of rebuilding their lives.

We are deeply grateful for the support, which has made a tangible difference in these communities. Together, we brought hope and relief to those affected, helping them move forward toward a brighter future.

The Story of us

How did this come to our attention?

The Wave Point Surf Leadership Initiative uses the sport of surfing as a vehicle to raise up future leaders

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FAQ

What is Groundswell Aid?

– During the 19th century a profusion of charitable organizations emerged to alleviate the awful conditions of the working class in the slums. The Labourer’s Friend Society, chaired by Lord Shaftesbury in the United Kingdom in 1830, aimed to improve working-class conditions.

How do you make sure my gifts to Groundswell Aid are spent wisely?

– In the Enlightenment era charitable and philanthropic activity among voluntary associations and rich benefactors became a widespread cultural practice.

How do you know which organisations need help?

– Charities also began to adopt campaigning roles, where they would champion a cause and lobby the government for legislative change.

Is my donation tax-deductible?

– If you’re in the U.S., yes, you can.

Where does my money actually go?

– In the Enlightenment era charitable and philanthropic activity among voluntary associations and rich benefactors became a widespread cultural practice.

How do you choose surf communities?

Updates

2020 / Hello World

Groundswell Aid is given a booth at the January Global Surf Expo trade show in Orlando Florida where they connect with the mainstream surfing industry for the first time.

2019 / Groundswell Trade

Simultaneously in order to meet the growing running and infrastructure costs of Groundswell Aid, we launch Groundswell Trade a small fair trade sustainability product line that assists with branding and increases sustainability.

2019 / Groundswell Made

We discover that the supported projects are producing products. To aid with sustainability Groundswell Aid sets up an online retail space selling the products on behalf of the Projects.

2018 / Launch

In an unscripted poetic moment, Groundswell Aid launches formally at the Christian Surfers International Gathering in Hossegor, France 14 years after initial concept is pitched.

2017 / Soft Launch

Groundswell Aid is soft-launched to the senior leadership of Christian Surfers and starts supporting projects raising and distribution $60,000 in Aid within 18 months.

2016 / GSA meets Misfit Aid

Roy Meets Jeff Ryan, Founder of Misfit Aid. Jeff re-brands Misfit Aid into Groundswell Aid Australia.

2015 / Conception

Roy Harley the incoming International Director for Christian Surfers refloats the Groundswell concept refined as a community development vehicle for Christian Surfers.

2004 / False Conception

Roy Harley & Mark Edwards pitched Groundswell as a branding idea at the Christian Surfers International Gathering in Hossegor, France, but nothing comes of it.