DRONERESPONDERS is a non-profit initiative dedicated to bringing together first responders, emergency managers, and search & rescue specialists under a unified organization. Its mission is to facilitate learning, training, and testing of UAS technologies, empowering public safety professionals to maximize drone operations in critical situations.

The program is led by Chief Charles Werner (ret.), who serves as the director. DRONERESPONDERS operates as an official 501(c)(3) non-profit under AIRT, Inc.'s Drones for Good initiative, advancing the responsible and effective use of drone technology for public safety.