Our Mission

Supporting Community Resilience and Readiness 

• Purpose: The East Clallam County CERT Association (ECCCA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to soliciting, managing, and disbursing charitable contributions to support local CERT volunteers.

• Support: We provide essential equipment, supplies, and services to CERT volunteers assisting Clallam County Fire District 3 (FD3) and other public safety agencies.

• Legal Standing: We operate as an unincorporated association organized exclusively for charitable purposes under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code.

Contact Us

• Mailing Address: 135 West Anderson Road, Sequim, WA 98382.

• General Inquiries: info@eastclallamcert.org.

• Board Leadership:

  • President: Charlie Meyer president@eastclallamcert.org 

  • Vice President: Blaine Zechenelly vicepresident@eastclallmcert.org

  • Treasurer’s Office: Bob McCauley, Secretary/Treasurer –      treasurer@eastclallamcert.org 

  • Directors: Justin Grider, Keith Koehler, John Anzalotti, Deb Palmer, Donna Stoffel

Support Our Mission

Help Us Equip Those Who Protect Our Community  

The East Clallam County CERT Association relies on the generosity of neighbors like you to ensure our local responders are ready when disaster strikes. Your tax-deductible donation goes directly toward:

• Essential Equipment.

• Readiness Training: Funding drills and educational materials for community preparedness.

• Operational Support: Ensuring our volunteers have the resources they need to assist our community. 

Your Gift, Your Choice 

Our Commitment to You:

• Honor Donor Intent: You may restrict your contribution to a specific CERT team, project, or program.

• Separate Accounting: Designated funds are tracked separately from our general operating budget to ensure they are used exactly as requested.

• Treasurer Oversight: We maintain strict internal controls, and our financial records are reviewed annually to maintain our 501(c)(3) integrity.   

Two Ways to Donate, Paypal/Credit Card or by Check/Money Order