West Marin

Sunset over green coastal hills and the Pacific Ocean shoreline

Beneath our region’s striking natural beauty, vibrant local culture, and popularity with visitors lies a more complicated reality.

With no city governments to administer services, an indispensable network of local nonprofits steps in to meet essential needs and keep our communities going strong.

Sandy path through coastal vegetation leading to the beach, beside a wooden post and cypress branch

Photos by Todd Pickering, Arnav Maiti