Surfing Madonna Oceans Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Encinitas, California and was officially formed in 2013 by Robert Nichols and Mark Patterson (artist of the Surfing Madonna mosaic). The specific purpose for forming the nonprofit was to conserve, maintain and promote the public display of art and to promote environmental conservation efforts. In the summers we produce Special Needs Surf camps that give families in need a chance to share the joy of riding waves and enjoying our precious resource – the ocean. Our creative intention is to partner with local arts groups and recognize the excellence of local artists and promote the arts through art shows, concerts and media. We strive to share our resources and create opportunities for local artists by giving awards, producing programming and creating opportunities for the public to share in the arts.