The Zuma Foundation
Powering Triathlon in Malibu
A Malibu-based nonprofit creating athletic, health and wellness initiatives and events, including triathlons for all ages.
Who We Are
Our Story
The Zuma Foundation is a Malibu, California-based nonprofit formed to create athletic, health and wellness initiatives and events, including triathlons for all ages.
Our local funding mission is to directly benefit Malibu’s youth-serving nonprofits focused on character development, healthy lifestyles, and mental health and wellness.
$160,000+
Raised for Youth and athletic Nonprofits
All Ages
Kids to Grandparents Welcome
Our Mission
Making a difference in people's lives
Like a powerful wave at Zuma Beach, together we are creating a force to do good for all. We welcome you to the shores of our wonderful community — swim, bike, and run along the beautiful Malibu coastline, and help us give back.
Leadership
Board of Directors
Michael Epstein
Malibu resident, lifelong athlete, fundraiser, and former lifestyle marketing executive. Michael has overseen over $20 million raised for primarily youth-focused organizations.
Tony Mark
Second-generation realtor and lifelong Malibu resident with 25+ years in real estate, representing celebrities and corporate executives.
Merlin Clarke
Founding board member and Director of the Do Good Bus. Former triathlon competitor with advisory roles at The Venice Family Clinic and Boys and Girls Club of Santa Monica.
Kevin Steele PhD
Faculty at Pepperdine University and former VP of Health Services at 24-Hour Fitness. Relishes weekly bike rides along the Malibu coastline.
Kasey Earnest
CEO of Boys and Girls Clubs of Malibu. Grew the organization from 3 staff and 30 members to 4 locations and over 1,600 youth reached annually.
Benjamin Cox
Owner of Newbury Park Bicycle Shop, named Bicycle Retailer of the Year 2022. Nearly 30 years of retail experience and 14 years supporting the Triathlon in Malibu.
A Message from Our Board
Welcome to Zuma Beach
“We believe this event will show what triathlon in Malibu can be when the balance of the needs of the athletes, the community, and our fundraising partners is blended together for success for all. Like a powerful wave at Zuma Beach, together we are creating a force to do good for all.”
The Zuma Foundation Board of Directors
We welcome you with open arms to the shores of our wonderful community. We support you as you swim, bike and run along the beautiful Malibu Coastline.
We hope you fully embrace the Zuma Beach Triathlon — whether training for the summer, bringing your family to the most spectator-friendly event in triathlon, or volunteering with our Tri For Kids.
Together we will create a powerful experience and a lifetime of memories at World Famous Zuma Beach.