Since 1995 the California Marine Sanctuary Foundation (CMSF) has worked to protect the state's coastal ecosystems while strengthening coastal resilience in the face of population growth, urban and industrial uses, climate change, and resource extraction. Working with local communities, government agencies, tribal communities, harbors and marinas, and NGOs, we identify and implement practical and effective solutions to reduce human impacts and increase stewardship of California’s coastal resources. Our core focus is on improving coastal resilience by using an interdisciplinary approach, engaging stakeholders, members o