Support
Donate to SoS
SoS resources are free because people choose to fund them. Every contribution keeps SAR knowledge open to everyone.
The Spirit of SAR is an independent, value-centric, mission-driven platform. It has been developed and maintained largely through the in-kind contributions of its Founder. Donations, sponsorship and memberships pay for the work that keeps the public resources online and growing.
Where your support goes
Keeping the Library free
Curation, hosting and maintenance of hundreds of water safety and SAR resources.
Advocacy
The Mayday Movement and the Volunteer Rights petition — psychosocial safety and fair treatment in SAR.
Research and standards
ISO proposal work, the International Maritime SAR Database, papers and presentations.
Conference attendance
Presenting accepted work that would otherwise go unheard for lack of travel funding.