Our Mission

Our mission is to promote mutual goodwill and understanding between the citizens of Half Moon Bay, California and Kariwa-Mura, Japan. Students are immersed in the lifestyles and cultures of their counterparts through the exchange of student information and visits.

Congratulations to our 2025 Coastside Ambassadors, Evelyn Browne and Bella Piercy, for a wonderful trip to Japan this past summer. We’re so proud of you! Here is a recap below of their stay in Japan:

Coastside Gives 2025 was a great success. Thank you for your support! Look out for our upcoming campaign for Coastside Gives 2026.

Thank you so much for supporting us during Coastside Gives 2025!!!

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