CFROG is a Ventura County-based advocacy organization leading a just transition away from fossil fuels to protect our health, economy and climate.

Our Approach

We’re challenging California’s polluting oil & gas industry by:

  • Strengthen community action
  • Hold industry accountable
  • Advocate for permitting and policy that put community first
  • Develop youth leadership
  • Mobilize communities for clean air
  • Grow the green workforce
  • Increase research-informed decision making
cfrog advocates
cfrog demonstrating

Our Vision and Values

Our vision is a Central Coast where thriving communities, youth leadership, and a healthy environment are not exceptions – they’re the standard.

We believe in:

  • Community Power – Local and grassroots action drives systemic change toward a sustainable economy.
  • Accountability – Polluters and decision-makers are held responsible for harm, with transparency demanded at every level.
  • Informed Action – Advocacy is powered by data, research, and lived experience.
  • Integrity – Honesty, consistency, and courage guide every action.
  • Public Health – Community safety and wellbeing come before industry profits.
  • Unwavering Hope – People’s collective power fuels the work of building a better future.

A snapshot of our impact in 2024

community members mobilized to engage in climate decision-making processes.
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action alerts to encourage community members to get involved in climate actions.
people engaged at community events.
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pre-apprentices trained in offshore wind maintenance.
local youth trained extensively in climate advocacy.
community leaders serving on Community Advisory Committees leading air quality projects.

Learn more about our work in our Annual Impact Report

Support the Movement

standing up to big oil

Together, we’re building a brighter, carbon-free future

Support CFROG and help reduce pollution, empower communities, and drive a just transition to a carbon-free future on California’s Central Coast. Your contribution strengthens local advocacy, supports frontline neighborhoods, and fuels the long-term work needed to protect our environment and public health.

red oil driller

I have witnessed firsthand CFROG’s courage and fortitude in taking on formidable vested interests while fighting for a clean energy future in which all can thrive. CFROG’s mission, and the way they go about pursuing it, give me hope.

Kathleen W.