Yokohama Tire and Surfrider Foundation North OC, North Orange County’s local chapter of the nationally recognized nonprofit Surfrider Foundation, teamed up recently to clean up So-Cal’s Seal Beach, filling dozens of trash bags weighing in at more than 100 pounds of unsafe debris, company officials stated in a press release.
The event was a continuation of the various environmental projects Yokohama and Surfrider have jointly worked on over the last three years. Surfrider is part of Yokohama’s ongoing “Caring for our Communities” program, noted the release.
“It’s been truly gratifying being a part of Surfrider Foundation’s North OC Chapter’s ongoing work to protect the environment, especially the beaches and oceans,” said Alan Holtschneider, Yokohama’s senior director of marketing. “We continue to volunteer on numerous projects with them, and the successful Seal Beach cleanup was another great example.”
Beyond the Beach Cleanup
Yokohama also continues to support Surfrider Foundation’s North OC Chapter with the distribution of student club memberships, water quality testing kits, cigarette butt collection canisters and replacement equipment for harbor cleanups.
“It’s all part of Surfrider’s ongoing mission to protect and preserve the world’s ocean, waves and beaches for all to enjoy,” said Holtschneider.
“We really appreciate all the help Yokohama Tire has given us over the years,” said George Manyak, longtime event coordinator for Surfrider Foundation North Orange County Chapter. “Their support has made a major impact on keeping our local beaches clean and safe for visitors to experience.”
Along with Surfrider North Orange County, Yokohama’s environmental-related “Caring for our Communities” partnerships include Tread Lightly! and California State Parks Foundation. To learn more about Yokohama’s community outreach programs, visit Yokohama Tire Community Outreach.