Supporting Public Safety Divers While Bringing Closure From Beneath The Surface.
The Underwater Forensics & Educational Foundation (UFEF) is a 501(c)3 volunteer-led organization dedicated to performing expert underwater forensic search and recoveries. We extend search & recovery operations when time and resources run out, with the focus of providing closure to families and assisting in underwater forensic investigations.
Our mission will be met through monetary & equipment donations that will be used to suport PSD training, Dive Operations, and education, our goal is to empower public safety divers and teams in need.
Search & Recovery Operations
Our team of volunteers dedicate countless hours to underwater forensic search & recoveries each year.
Training & Education
Support Public Safety Divers with specialized skills and training.
Equipment Donations
Our corporate sponsors generously donate equipment to lacking Public Safety Divers & Teams.
Community Support
Funded by 100% public & private donations—every dollar goes to the UFEF mission.
Raising The Standard For Public Safety Diver Training
UFEF’s Education Department ensures Public Safety Divers receive the most up-to-date knowledge, operational guidance, and training opportunities. Our objective is to prepare Public Safety Divers to perform with professionalism, safety, and integrity. Our educational programs & standards support those in underserved and underfunded areas that are looking to make a change.
Our Mission
The mission of the Underwater Forensics & Educational Foundation is to support the professional development of public safety divers through specialized education, while conducting expert underwater forensic searches and recoveries to aid investigations and bring closure to families. We believe that every diver should have access to proper training, resources, and equipment—because lives and justice depend on it.
Learning
Gain access to cutting-edge training for public safety divers, covering dive knowledge, equipment standards, operational procedures, and professional conduct. We ensure every diver has the skills to perform at the highest level—because underwater recovery demands more than just a certification.
Operations
From evidence recovery to long-term search missions, our volunteer divers extend the reach of law enforcement and emergency services. We work tirelessly until the mission is complete, providing closure to families and supporting investigations with precision and professionalism.
Get Involved
Your support fuels our mission. Whether through donations, corporate partnerships, or volunteering your skills, you can help equip divers, fund training, and keep search and recovery operations going when they matter most. Every contribution makes a real impact below the surface.
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