“BY THE SEA”Laru Beya Collective is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to empowering the historically excluded youth of the Far Rockaways through surfing.
Laru Beya means “on the beach” in the language of the Garifuna; a culturally preserved and unique Afro-Indigenous people still residing throughout Central America and the Caribbean.
Empowerment through surf
Formed in 2018, the Laru Beya Collective exists to provide education and access for the historically excluded youth of the Far Rockaways, as well as addressing the challenges to BIPOC surfers. Representation matters—our programs are structured around our mission to diversity. Additionally, Laru Beya creates long-term access to well-rounded mentorships, building connections within the surfing community, while incorporating sustainability and driving positive change in environmental movements.
Our goal is to develop our mentees into well-rounded, confident, and environmentally conscious adults.
We believe community service plays an important role in achieving these changes, as such our goal allows for an expanded worldview; the development of leadership skills, and the confidence to realize how our actions have a direct positive impact on our community.
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Laru Beya Collective is a 501(c)(3) organization
EIN: 84-2451992
Where to find us:
Beach 67th Street Beach Access
Queens, NY
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