How to help
Volunteer
Claim a specific task from the board, or leave your contact details so the family's coordination team can reach you when help is needed.
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Claim a task from the board
The task board lists what the family needs today: printing and posting flyers, phone calls to tow yards and hospitals, map checks you can do from your couch, and supply runs. Claim with your name and contact info — a coordinator may call to coordinate details.
See the task board →Volunteer with the supporting nonprofit
Lantern Light Foundation takes volunteer applications directly: example.org/volunteer
Support the search
Can't volunteer time? Most-needed items (new or lightly used):
- Boots (sizes vary)
- Binoculars
- Snake gaiters
- Flashlights & headlamps
- Hi-vis safety vests
- Backpacks
Lantern Light Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit — donations are tax-deductible. All donation options
Ground rules
- Sightings and tips never get posted here or on social media — they go to the tip line (222-555-0123), or 911 if someone may be in danger right now.
- Never enter private property without the landowner's permission.
- Helpers support the family — the investigation belongs to law enforcement.