A City Partner
Friends is uniquely positioned through a formal partnership with the City of San Clemente, helping community support move directly into projects and programs led by the Beaches, Parks & Recreation Department.
Beaches, Parks & Recreation
San Clemente’s community partner for the places we all love.
Friends of San Clemente Beaches, Parks & Recreation Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to protecting, improving, and activating the coastal spaces, parks, recreation programs, and civic traditions that make San Clemente feel like home.
Who We Are
A trusted bridge between community generosity and visible local impact.
The Friends Foundation exists for one clear purpose: to support and enrich San Clemente’s beaches, parks, recreation facilities, youth programs, and community events.
Proven Stewardship
Over the years, the Foundation has contributed more than $1,000,000 toward improvements, safety upgrades, recreation access, and beloved community traditions.
Community Powered
Our work is made possible by local businesses, sponsors, donors, volunteers, families, and neighbors who believe San Clemente’s public spaces are worth investing in.
Local Projects
Investing in parks, landmarks, and safe places to play.
When you look around San Clemente, you can see the results of community giving in playgrounds, recreation amenities, public art, and safety improvements.
Courtney’s Sand Castle
A universally accessible playground at Vista Hermosa Sports Park where children of all abilities can play together.
Steed Park Pump Track
Orange County’s first bike and skate pump track, giving local youth and riders a premier recreation destination.
The Rescue Monument
A Pier Bowl landmark honoring San Clemente lifeguards and the ocean safety legacy they represent.
San Gorgonio Playground
Critical safety resurfacing for a well-loved neighborhood play area used by local families every day.
Programs & Traditions
Creating access, connection, and memories for San Clemente families.
Friends supports the programs that bring people together, give kids more opportunity, and keep San Clemente’s calendar full of civic life.
Youth Camp Scholarships
Helping underserved local schoolchildren participate in summer and recreation camp opportunities.
Fun on the Run
Supporting mobile after-school recreation that brings structured activities into local neighborhoods.
Seasonal Events
Helping power traditions like Santa’s Snow Hill Sled Run, Springtacular, and the Cinco de Mayo Celebration.
Summer Beach Concerts
Enhancing coastal concerts and public events with equipment and support that elevate the community experience.
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Friends recently helped equip local lifeguards with a surveillance drone to enhance ocean safety and purchased a professional concert sound system for City-hosted events.
How It Happens
Every improvement starts with people choosing to show up.
Our ability to give back depends on strong community partnerships and dependable fundraising throughout the year.
Annual Golf Tournament
Our June tournament at historic San Clemente Municipal Golf Course brings together players, sponsors, and community supporters.
Carnival Colossal
Our signature four-day October festival raises funds while giving families a tradition to look forward to every year.
Direct Contributions
Local businesses, corporate sponsors, individual donors, and volunteers provide the momentum behind our work.
Join us in keeping San Clemente beautiful, active, and vibrant.
Together, we can protect our beaches, improve our parks, expand recreation access, and support the community traditions that make San Clemente special for generations to come.