Thank you for joining our Oct 13th event as a volunteer. Please invite your friends & family in joining you - it's an awesome experience to share!
We'll be posting more details on social media as the event approaches & also letting you know other ways in which you can help.
Thanks again for helping those in your community!
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Thank you for joining our Oct 13th event as a volunteer. Please invite your friends & family in joining you - it's an awesome experience to share!
We'll be posting more details on social media as the event approaches & also letting you know other ways in which you can help.
Thanks again for helping those in your community!
Back to the home page.
Empowering. Connecting. Community.
We believe that...
Empowering & connecting people through inclusive, adventure-based water activities such as stand up paddling (SUP) for underserved populations, mentoring, life-saving education, & environmental awareness creates untold possibilities while building stronger communities.
If you think so too... we hope you join us!
Programs
Whether you take part in one of our programs as a participant, volunteer, or sponsor, we're pretty sure you'll have a blast. Our current offerings include:
Saving a life doesn't have to be complicated. Join one of our free, quick, hands-on Help-A-Heart CPR workshops to find out how - & learn why it's so important to us.
Connect with others while you impart or soak in SUP skills, water safety, environmental & marine awareness, life-saving skills, & more with our SUP Mentor program.
Finally a festival for awesome, inspiring SUP films! Submit a film or attend one of the SUP Film Fest screenings. All proceeds benefit Paddle4Good's programs.
Share a safe, fun-filled, half-day on the water for people of all abilities including stand-up paddling, kayaking, & more at our Paddle Together events! Join us as a volunteer or participate!
Sponsors & Partners
We couldn't do it without the help of our generous sponsors & partner organizations. Contact us for sponsorship & partnership opportunities.
About
Fine print
Paddle4Good is a federally registered 501(c)(3) non-profit (# tax-id 81-4321731) founded in Dec 2016. Cash or in-kind donations are tax-deductible under IRC Section 170.
Our vision
A connected, compassionate world free of social & physical barriers for underserved populations due to engaged communities actively helping others. We also envision communities filled with empowered individuals ready to take prompt, effective action when anyone has a heart attack.
Our mission
We empower, connect, and create stronger communities through safe, inclusive, adventure activities like SUP (stand up paddling) for underserved populations such as those with physical or developmental needs, mentoring programs, life-saving education, & outreach.
What's next?
Check our programs for upcoming events. Join our list so we can notify you of new events & offerings. If you'd like to bring Paddle4Good to your community, please let us know!
Team
Max Montgomery, founder
In 2001, the experience helping children with special needs surf with Ride a Wave (RAW) in Santa Cruz, CA enriched Max's life in ways he couldn't imagine. He's been an active RAW volunteer and board member ever since. Max co-founded Best Day Foundation in 2008 and ran it for 5 years, and later co-founded and ran Tommie Cares Foundation - helping thousands of children with special needs enjoy surfing, paddling, snow sports, and more with thousands of community volunteers in CA, NJ, NY, and CT. With Paddle4Good, Max is stoked to connect with more like-minded individuals who thrive when helping others learn, grow, & reach beyond their dreams. Max is an AHA-certified Basic Life Support (BLS) instructor as well as a WPA (World Paddle Association) Level 1 Certified SUP instructor. Outside of Paddle4Good, you'll find Max volunteering, surfing, paddling, or working in tech.
Tye Conklin, board member
A Coast Guard rescue swimmer for 19+ years, Tye's been decorated multiple times for his heroism & commitment to helping others. Starting in 2008, he's put his skills to good use running safety at numerous water & snow events for those with special needs with Best Day Foundation and Tommie Cares Foundation. Tye also engaged his entire family & community in volunteering. Now, a father of a 2-year old, he's thrilled to create more life-changing experiences for others with Paddle4Good.
Contact Us
For other questions and comments email info (at) paddle4good.org