Vision
King County Search and Rescue Association will engage partnerships between the association, member units, and the community to ensure search and rescue volunteers have the support and resources to bring loved ones home.
Mission
King County Search and Rescue Association advocates for member units and their skilled volunteers who find the lost and bring loved ones home by securing resources, raising public awareness, and building community support for this life-saving work.
Strategic Framework
Communication & Messaging
Capacity Building & Fundraising
Organizational Development
Volunteer Recruitment & Retention
Values
- EXCELLENCE: Fostering professional, compassionate, and highly skilled search and rescue units by setting the highest standards for support, training, and coordination.
- RESOURCEFULNESS: Championing innovative solutions that help units adapt quickly, enhance their capabilities, and overcome challenges through creative problem-solving and resource optimization.
- LEADERSHIP: Guiding with integrity and purpose, creating an environment where teamwork flourishes across units and decisive action ensures both volunteer wellbeing and mission success.
- COMMUNITY: Building a united network of volunteers, agencies, and partners through shared commitment, mutual respect, and collaborative relationships that strengthen our collective service to King County.