Sponsor Priorities

The 2011-2012 Call for Proposals will provide funding for projects that support the priorities of the National Search and Rescue Program.

The priorities are:

• National SAR Program Information Management and Data Exploitation
  Define and develop mechanisms for monitoring, sharing and measuring the National SAR Program.

• Interoperability
  Promote standardization and compatibility of systems, equipment and personnel to achieve greater integration and program effectiveness.

• Public Education and Awareness
  Use broad awareness and targeted outreach to minimize the number and severity of potential SAR incidents.

• The SAR Volunteer Community
  Develop sustainability and capacity of volunteers in SAR.

• Managing Technology
  Encourage technology development which reduces SAR response time and increases survivability.