October 27, 2011
Family of Austin Davis, Finders HOPE hosted a tour stop for CUE Center for Missing Persons “On The Road To Remember” National Tour 2011, October 27, 2011The national road tour, called “On the Road to Remember,” is an awareness campaign that focuses on missing persons cases that have gone cold or have not received appropriate media coverage on the local level – much less the national level.. The tour, which travels through many states annually, provides that attention.
Oct 10-14, 2011 Christy Davis, Co-Founder of Finder’s Hope participates in 40 hr training at NOCDS (Network of Canine Detection Services) Oct 10-14, 2011, working with her K9 Partner Jester training in HRD, (Human Remains Detection)
May 2011
The SARTECH II level of certification is the intermediate level for SAR personnel. This level is recommended for any person who functions on SAR missions as field searchers.
The SARTECH II examination consists of written exam and a practical exam. Upon passing the written exam, the candidate is then required to successfully complete a six station practical exam. Aspects of the course are:
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March 26, 2011 Christy Davis, Finders Hope awarded National “Keeper of the FLAME” award March 26, 2011
It is with great honor that we inform you that you have been chosen to received the prestige 17th Annual National "Keeper of the FLAME" Award, presented by the CUE Center for Missing Persons of Wilmington, North Carolina. This award is given annually to law enforcement, business leaders, organizations, search personal and or volunteers who have risen above their daily duties in the field of missing persons and service to victims of homicide; people who have shown great empathy setting forth action for the cause. The waterfront National Candle Light Service was held Saturday, March 26, 2011 at Riverfront Park in (downtown) Wilmington, NC.
Friday, March 18, 2011 Anita Davis Sullivan, Co-Founder of Finder’s Hope, Friday, March 18, 2011 begins her blog Losing Austin, Finding Myself
Sharing thoughts and stories from my experiences with having a missing brother: Michael "Austin" Davis has been missing since 2007 and this is my space to share what I've learned through this painful time. I pray that through it, others may find hope for whatever situations they face. Check out www.findaustindavis.com to learn more about his case.
Saturday, February 13, 2010
Finder's Hope Joins CUE Center for Missing Persons
Finder’s Hope joined CUE Center for Missing Persons in search for Missing Bryce Daniel Tarter from Armstrong Atlantic State University in Savannah, Georgia. Search teams gathered at L. Scott Stell Community Park.
Media Interview
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Finder's Hope Joins Search for Missing Haleigh Cummings
Finder’s Hope joined in the search for Missing 5 y.o., Haleigh Cummings. Haleigh was reported missing from Satsuma, FL 02/10/09. If you have any information concerning the whereabouts of this endangered person, please contact the Putnam County Sheriff's Office at 1.888.277.8477
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Sponsored Balloon Release
Finder's Hope sponsored balloon release 10/11/08 marking the birthday of Pamela Biggers, missing from Panama City, FL since January 2008.
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Everything you need know when your loved one goes missing.
Below is a very insightful article written by David Van Norman, a San Bernardino County deputy coroner's investigator. It is entitled “WHAT EVERY FAMILY MUST KNOW”. Everyone that has a missing loved one, should take a moment to read this. It's very valuable information coming from a man whose life mission is to "teach families to submit samples to be tested for DNA -- such as a toothbrush or T-shirt -- when they report someone missing." Mr. Van Norman deserves praise for his dedication.
Here is a must watch video about his work in San Bernadino County.
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Press Release - 4/24/08
Celebration of Hope event planned to announce creation of Finder’s Hope
Jacksonville, FL, April 2, 2008 – The family of missing Jacksonville man, Michael “Austin” Davis, has an event planned for April 26th to celebrate his 27th birthday, and announce the creation of ‘Finder’s Hope’, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping those with a missing loved one. The entire community is invited to participate.
Activities are planned from 7am to 2pm at The Church at Argyle, and include a Yard Sale, Barbecue, Car Wash, and Kids’ activities. The ‘Celebration of Hope’ will begin at 1pm and include a birthday cake cutting, recognition of others missing from the Jacksonville area, and announcement of Finder’s Hope, Inc.
Finder’s Hope, Inc. has been established to help others who have faced the devastation of a missing loved one, by providing support and services, advocacy, and education and awareness of the missing. Those in need of services throughout Northeast and Northwest Florida can visit our website for contact information.
Special guest will be Monica Caison, Founder of the CUE Center for Missing Persons based in Wilmington, NC. Monica has been featured in national media and gained the respect of law enforcement, families, and everyone involved in the cause.
For more information, including how you can help with this event, please contact Finder’s Hope at 904.386.3157 or through our website at www.findershope.org.
