The Matt Man Surf Kids Foundation was founded in August 2006 to honor the memory of Matthew McAfee. The foundation's purpose is to continue the spirit of Matthew's generosity, and to acknowledge his love of children. Matthew never hesitated to help those in need.
The Foundation's support will focus on:
- Academic college scholarships for high school students
- Children's heath care facilities
- Children's after school recreational programs
- Family support services
- Suicide prevention and research
- Financial assistance for young people in non-profit alcohol recovery programs.
The Matt Man Surf Kids Foundation
PO BOX 1175
Manhattan Beach, CA. 90267
mattmansurfkids@gmail.com
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MMSKF IS CURRENTLY SUPPORTING:
- Matthew McAfee College Scholarship - given each year to deserving Mira Costa High School graduates
- Childrens' Institute - Provides children's protective services serving over 15,000 children and families, free of charge for those in need. Helping children lead safe, healthy and fulfilling lives.
- Special Olympics - Serving individuals in Southern California with intellectual disabilities achieve personal success and confidence.
- Riviera Foundation - gives an opportunity for inner-city children to experience tennis. Lessons, clothing and equipment are provided by the members of Riviera Country Club and donations
- Let's Give Them A Shot - provides an opportunity for inner-city children to experience positive after school athletic and recreational activities
- Touchdown For Youth - provides tickets and lunch to 2009 USC football games for disadvantaged children
- House Of Hope- a San Pedro based non-profit foundation, House of Hope provides long term residential care and support for women recovering from alcohol and drug abuse.
- UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital - specializing in children's pediatric care, the hospital provides services for all children needing specialized treatment regardless of income
- Salvation Army -one of the finest charitable institutions in the country providing a multitude of services to all communities
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Dovetail Ministries - A nonprofit organization, founded and operated by Lyn and Richard Mohr,
has been instrumental in donating food, clothing and family hygiene products to
thousands of families throughout the United States and Eastern Europe for over 20
years.
- Didi Hirsch Community Health Center - Provides suicide prevention education, supports programs for surviving the loss of a loved one to suicide,
and campaigns to eliminate the stigma of death by suicide. Also provides mental health care and substance abuse treatment.
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