Godfathers Foundation has the patronage from many of the World’s Top Surfers, Swimmers, and Ironmen in supporting this organization, where these Water World Champions embraced the Philosophy that Godfathers of the Ocean share in bringing awareness to Humanitarian, Social and Environmental cuases.
Left: Michael 'Munga' Barry & Taj Burrows; Right: Winner of Susie O'Neil's swimsuit
Uniting the water world champions together was an integral part of structuring the foundations for the 'Godfathers of the Ocean' to be capable of achieving our primary goal in raising awareness and funds for various charities worldwide. We are proud of the history of our charity events, both at home and abroad, bringing together the water world champions with a common goal to help others in need. These events that we held yearly for over a decade, will always hold a special place in the legacy of Godfathers of the Ocean, and we could not have done this without our fellow athletes, friends, sponsors, and family, who supported us yearly. We will always be forever grateful.
Celebrities who have assisted the Godfathers Foundation: Sunny Garcia, Luke Egan, Kelly Slater, Mark Occhilupo, Joel Parkinson, Taj Burrows, Beau Emerton, Michael Lowe, Richie Lovett, Layne Beachley, Shane Powell, Rochelle Ballard, Shane Dorian, Troy Brookes, Lee Winkler, Michael Epplestien, Sam Cornish, and many more of the Worlds top
44 Men's & Women Surfers. Grant Hackett, Giaan Rooney, Julie McDonald, Chris Fydler, Geoff Huegill, Susie O’Niell, Andrew Baildon, Ky Hurst, Trevor Hendy, Phil Clayton, Steven King, Karla Gilbert, Jeff Fenech, Dennis Cotteral, Tony Longhurst.
Celebrities who have donated Items to the Godfathers Foundation: Sunny Garcia, Luke Egan, Kelly Slater, Joel Parkinson, Mark Occhilupo, Derek Ho, Bonga Perkins, Grant Hackett, Susie O’Neill, Rochelle Ballard, Layne Beachley, Mick Lowe, Joe Montana, Steve Young, Brisbane Broncos, United States Olympic Swim Team, Australian Swim Team, Mick Doohan, Karla Gilbert, Christian Lassen, Wyland.
Sponsors who have given support & time: Mitchell Surfing Foundation, 90.9 Sea Fm Gold Coast, Billabong, Quiksilver, Julbo, Electric, Globe, Nev Future Shapes, Cult Surfwear, Zumo Surfwear, Brothers Neilson, Mt Woodgee, Heineken Australia, World Surfers Web- site, Hard Rock Cafe Surfers Paradise, Sanctuary Cove Golf Club Gold Coast, Alex Bar & Cafe Alexandra Headland, Oceanic Cable Hawaii, Members of the YMCA Honolulu, Jodie Young, Jesses Faen, Gold Coast Bulletin, Paul Broben Double PR Photography Gold Coast, Lisa Jacob Star FX Gold Coast, Sam Ayoub, International Quarterback, Stewart Print, Laurinda & Peter Whitaker, Sean Wingate, Laurie Lawrence.
Quiksilver Pro Celebrity Godfathers of the Ocean Golf Day