ABOUT US

Who We Are

Respect the Break Inc. is a community-driven incorporation (pending 501(c)(4) status) focused on improving the surf and wellness ecosystem on Folly Beach. We’re surfers, parents, groms, and locals who believe in action over complaining and collaboration over division.

Protecting Folly Beach’s surf culture through community awareness.

Access. Education. Responsibility.

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What We Stand For

  • Community over division

  • Wellness over burnout

  • Progress over excuses

  • Local voices first

  • Authentic surf culture always

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How We Put This Into Action

  • Host surf + wellness events

  • Support local organizations

  • Improve beach access + facilities

  • Bring families and long-timers together

  • Create a central hub for collaboration

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DONATIONS

Contributions to Respect the Break, Inc. are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. Respect the Break, Inc.is an organization described in Section 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code. We are in the process of filing our application for recognition of tax-exempt status with the IRS and obtaining a favorable determination.

Contact us

Protecting Folly Beach’s surf culture through community awareness.

Access. Education. Responsibility.

Interested in working together? Fill out some info and we will be in touch shortly. We can’t wait to hear from you!

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