Local nonprofit Alliance for a Living Ocean is currently organizing its biggest fundraiser of the year – the annual Longboard Classic surf contest – and is seeking sponsors to help support this much-anticipated event. All proceeds will benefit ALO, a 501(c)3 charitable organization that endeavors to protect local waters and maintain a healthy coastal environment.

FOR THE WIN: Last year’s Longboard Classic surf contest winner Jim Naplacic of Ocean City hangs five over the nose on his way to victory. (File Photo by Ryan Morrill)

This year’s Classic is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 12 on the 68th Street ocean beach in Brant Beach.