Help Find Missing People and Lost Pets Faster
Help Find Missing People and Lost Pets Faster. NFound is a nonprofit lost and found platform that helps families, caregivers, and communities reunite missing people and lost pets. Create an alert in under one minute, scan a QR or NFC tag, share real-time location, and instantly connect finders with families — without confusion or delays.
Who we are
NFound Samaritan Project is a social support initiative.The organization combines technology and compassion.The goal is to reunite missing people with their families.It also helps find lost pets.Pets can return to their owners faster.In addition, it helps recover lost items.The NFound app is used for this purpose.The NFound platform is also used.
What we do
We:
• create and maintain the NFound app, which helps quickly find missing people and pets, as well as lost items, using the community and a map.
• use technologies such as QR codes and a tag system to identify those who have been found.
• allow the community to post information about missing and found individuals, pets, and items, increasing the chances of a fast reunion.
• strengthen our infrastructure and engage volunteers to expand our mission.
Who it is for
Our services are intended for:
• families and pet owners who have lost a pet;
• families and caregivers of vulnerable individuals (for example, those with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease) who may go missing;
• people who find missing individuals, pets, or lost items and want to help return them to their families or owners;
• communities and volunteers who want to take part in search efforts and support when someone goes missing.
How the NFound app works
1. Create an alert in seconds
Add a photo, last known location, and contact details. No complicated forms.
2. Share instantly
Get a public link that can be shared via text, social media, or community groups.
3. QR / NFC tag is scanned
Anyone who finds a person, pet, or item scans the tag and sees the profile immediately.
4. Reconnect safely
Finders can call, text, or share location with the family in real time.
What NFound helps you do
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Report a missing person or lost pet in under 60 seconds
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Connect finders and families without guessing or searching online
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Share real-time updates and last-seen locations on a live map
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Use QR and NFC tags that work even without the app
Who uses NFound
Families & caregivers
For children, elderly people with dementia, and at-risk individuals.
Pet owners
For lost dogs, cats, and other pets using QR and NFC pet tags.
Good Samaritans & volunteers
Anyone who wants to help reunite people and pets quickly and safely.
Download app https://nfound.org/download-nfound-app/
Sponsors
Who we help
Join the project
Nfound Samaritan Project is a California base 501(c)(3) nonprofit .
We rely on the involvement and support of our community, as well as the contributions from sponsors and donors like you. We would love for you to join our team and be a part of a movement that has the capacity to save lives and repair families and homes alike.
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