Riverside County Search Dogs Inc.

Riverside County Search Dogs Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization based in Riverside County, California, USA. Established in 1990, it operates as a volunteer K-9 search and rescue unit, collaborating closely with the Riverside County Sheriff's Department.

Mission and Activities

The organization's mission is to provide and promote Search, Rescue, and Recovery K-9 services and handlers as a local resource to assist law enforcement during emergencies and advocate for public safety among Riverside County citizens. The K-9 teams, composed of unpaid professionals, are available 24/7, responding to various requests throughout the year. These requests include:

• Searching for missing persons.
• Locating overdue hikers.
• Assisting Alzheimer's or Dementia patients who have wandered.
• Participating in search and/or recovery of human remains.
• Assisting in cold case investigations.
• Educating the public on safety practices for camping and hiking, as well as emergency wilderness survival techniques.

Structure and Operations

Riverside County Search Dogs Inc. is supported by volunteer members who dedicate their time to training both themselves and their dogs for search and rescue operations. The organization serves as a critical resource for the Riverside County Sheriff's Department, enhancing community safety through specialized canine skills and handler expertise.

Legal Status

Riverside County Search Dogs Inc. operates with the EIN 330664790 and is recognized as a tax-exempt non-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code.

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