Our Mission:
To help as many people suffering from mental and physical illness as our resources will allow.
The Jimmy Miller Memorial Foundation is the world-leader in providing Ocean Therapy
programs for people suffering from trauma-induced mental and physical illness. JMMF
pioneered the formation of Ocean Therapy where the challenge of surfing is combined with therapist-led group discussion sessions to provide relief, promote healing, and increase self-esteem and self-efficacy in individuals suffering from mental and/or physical illness.
We serve a variety of populations including active duty military and veterans, at risk (“at promise”) youth, healthcare workers, first responders (police, fire, medics, dispatch), special needs/disabled populations and survivors of cancer, domestic abuse and other mental and physical illness.
Thanks to our amazing supporters, all of our sessions are offered free of charge to our participants.
The Jimmy Miller Memorial Foundation is the world-leader in providing Ocean Therapy for people suffering from trauma-induced mental and physical illness. All of our Ocean Therapy sessions are led by licensed ocean therapists who focus on creating a safe space and meeting our participants “where they are.”
We serve a variety of populations including active duty military and veterans, at risk (“at promise”) youth, healthcare workers and special needs/disabled populations.
Thanks to our amazing supporters, all of our sessions are offered free of charge to our participants.
Our JMMF family and community are heartbroken to watch what is unfolding with these infernos that have devastated the neighborhoods around Los Angeles. Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone that has lost their homes, possessions and memories. Some of our long-time supporters in the Palisades have lost their homes and have nothing. For those that have the resources to contribute, we want to pass on some avenues for you to help out:
The Los Angeles County Lifeguard Association (LACOLA)
The Los Angeles County Lifeguard Association (LACOLA) has set up a GoFundMe account to support members that have lost their homes. To contribute, visit: https://gofund.me/7b54da65
Love.Life
- Love.Life is an official drop-off site for LA wildfire disaster relief.
- Drop off at 740 S. Pacific Coast Highway, El Segundo CA 90245
- M-F 6am – 10pm, S-Su 7am – 9pm
Local Surf Shops
- Local Surf Shops in the South Bay are also collecting donations (clothes, drinks, food) and will be distributed though surf shops in Venice and Malibu. Please contact your local surf shop for more information.
LA211
LA211 has partnered with Airbnb and is offering a one week stay at an Airbnb at no charge for anyone that has been evacuated or lost their home in the recent wildfires. Please help spread the word for those in need of temporary housing. Just dial 2-1-1 or visit www.211la.org
We stand with our first responders (police, firefighters, medics and dispatch) and our healthcare workers that are enduring long hours and traumatic scenes. We support you and will be ready to huddle up in Ocean Therapy sessions when this disaster is under control and you need to regroup, recuperate and activate your amazing and inspiring resilience.
Let’s unite as a community and support those that need our help at this difficult time!
Thank you to everyone who has contributed so far and for all you are doing to help those affected by the fires!
Upcoming Ocean Therapy Sessions
Our season is in full swing and we need volunteers.
Join us in the joy of healing others one wave at a time!
You will be glad you did!
Who We Help With Our Ocean Therapy
The Jimmy Miller Memorial Foundation has pioneered the development of Ocean/Surf Therapy under the early direction of Dr. Carly Rogers during her Masters and then Doctorate programs at the University of California. The JMMF team literally wrote the Ocean/Surf Therapy manual that has been adopted by most organizations offering surf therapy today. As a founding member of ISTO (International Surf Therapy Organization), JMMF continues to lead the field, expanding to serve more populations in more areas and has the largest staff of trained ocean/surf therapists in the world.
Our Impact
Numbers tell part of the story, but not all of it. Last year alone:
Sessions Held 70+
Participants 410+
Volunteers 600+
20+ Years of Experience
Sessions Held 55
(62% increase over 2021)
Participants 400+
(77% more than 2021)
Volunteers 600+
3000+ Volunteer Hours (79% increase)
105% Funding Increase Over 2021
Maintained 80% Goal of Budget Going Directly to Programming
