Swivel Response Inc. is a 100% volunteer Emergency Disaster Response and Search & Rescue team serving Western Oklahoma and beyond.
501(c)(3) NONPROFIT · SELF-FUNDED · ALL VOLUNTEER
Built on compassion, training, and resilience — Swivel Response combines the heart of volunteerism with the discipline of modern emergency response. When a storm tears through a community, when someone is lost in the dark, when first responders need backup — we answer.
We train hard in the quiet moments so we can perform when it counts. From wilderness SAR to urban disaster relief to emergency supply runs — every mission drives us forward.
Actively equipping volunteer fire departments — Indiahoma FD and others — with hydration, tools, and medical gear. Donations needed now.
Swivel Response deployed to assist in the active search for missing individual RJ in Chickasha. Subject was found safe. We answered the call.
Collected and delivered essential supplies — water, hygiene items, and socks — to tornado-impacted families across Oklahoma.
We are entirely donation-funded. Your gift goes directly to gear, training, fuel, and supplies that keep our volunteers ready.
TAX-DEDUCTIBLE · IRC SECTION 501(c)(3)
Field responders, medics, logistics volunteers, admin, social media, grant writing — every skill has a home in Swivel Response. Apply and we'll find where you fit best.
Swivel Response Inc. was founded by Brandon and Jonathan Beck — brothers who recognized that communities across Western Oklahoma face life-threatening emergencies that demand organized, trained, and rapid volunteer response.
Born from the understanding that there is always a gap between official emergency services and the communities they serve, Swivel Response builds teams of trained neighbors who mobilize at a moment's notice. No bureaucracy. No waiting. Just action.
From tornado standby operations in Oklahoma to flood SAR across state lines, from FEMA training to emergency supply runs — Swivel Response has answered every call placed before it. We will keep answering, until they all come home.
Three specialized teams, one mission. Each has a distinct role and works in close coordination on every deployment.
Primary casualty care. EMT and above. When lives hang in the balance, Lifeline is first on scene.
Finding the lost in any terrain, any weather, any time. Technical rescue specialists.
The backbone of every mission. Sierra makes it possible for everyone else to do their job.
Swivel Response is actively collecting and delivering essential supplies to under-resourced volunteer fire departments, starting with Indiahoma Fire Department. Working with partner Dean Snyder and team. Accepting donations now.
Swivel Response deployed to Chickasha, Oklahoma to assist in the active search for missing individual RJ. Our team answered the call and joined the search effort. RJ was found safe — not by our team, but the outcome is what we always hope for. We will always show up when someone needs us.
Swivel Response launched an active donation collection effort for families impacted by recent tornadoes across Oklahoma. Accepting essential items — water, hygiene supplies, and new socks — with direct drop-off and pickup coordination. Donations also accepted online at swivelresponse.org.
Team positioned on standby south of Elk City monitoring developing storm clouds in coordination with Blaine County Emergency Management, which had issued a severe thunderstorm risk advisory. Team also stood by with power company for a downed line situation on a rural road, blocking traffic until crews could respond safely.
As fire departments battled a wildfire near Foss Lake, Swivel Response put out the call to haul any donations to the departments actively working the fire. Community mutual aid — connecting donors with responders on the ground.
Team Timonator Weather and Swivel Response coordinated with Western Oklahoma Weather (WOW) to put the public on notice and move teams into standby mode for an afternoon severe weather threat. Keep an eye out, have a plan, stay safe — don't panic, stay calm, follow your plan.
Swivel Response coordinated with the United Cajun Navy to haul hay bales north to Kansas neighbors in need. First load departed Feb 19 — special thanks to Lake Newcomb for the use of the trailer and donating the load. A second run loaded another 30 bales the following day. Community showing up for community.
Multi-team deployment to flood-affected Kerrville, Texas. Operation included active search and rescue missions alongside a coordinated donation supply run delivering critical resources to affected families.
Teams deployed on emergency standby for tornado event near New Cordell, coordinating with local emergency management and positioning for immediate SAR deployment if needed.
Team participated in the FEMA Wide Area Search class, expanding large-scale search capabilities and certifying additional responders for future deployments.
Coordinated a donation supply run to Catsby Fire Department, delivering critical supplies to support local volunteer fire operations. Community mutual aid in action.
Every mission depletes fuel, supplies, and gear. Your donation keeps us ready for the next one.
Operation: Mayday Supplies is Swivel Response's community preparedness initiative — ensuring families across Western Oklahoma have access to critical emergency supplies when disaster strikes.
Through donations and partnerships, we collect, organize, and deliver emergency supplies — water, food, first aid, shelter essentials — to communities in need during and after disasters.
In need of emergency supplies? Contact us directly.
Contact for Supply AssistanceSwivel Response works closely with these organizations to extend our capability and reach across Oklahoma and beyond.
Logan Nickel — Storm Tracker · (580) 334-1839
Emergency relief and donation/supply hotshot services also available.
Follow on Facebook →Regional weather monitoring for Western Oklahoma — critical situational awareness for deployments and standby decisions.
Follow on Facebook →(830) 225-6335
Partner organization sharing our commitment to community protection and emergency preparedness.
Weather services, fire departments, law enforcement, medical providers, community organizations, or businesses — if you're committed to protecting Western Oklahoma, let's talk.
Contact Brandon to Partner →Be recognized as a community safety champion. Three levels for any size organization.
Note: Additional certifications for certain roles may be self-funded depending on available funding.
Participation in SAR operations is strictly voluntary. SAR activities involve inherent risks including hazardous environments, extreme weather, physical exertion, and psychological stress.
Volunteers are not employees and are not entitled to wages, benefits, or workers' compensation. All volunteers act within the scope of their training and assigned role. Swivel Response Inc. shall not be held liable for personal injury, property damage, or loss during volunteer activities except as required by applicable law.
Complete all fields. A team leader will contact you within 5–7 business days. Email supporting documents to brandon@swivelresponse.org with subject "Volunteer Application – [Your Name]".
Swivel Response is 100% donation-funded. Every dollar goes directly to gear, supplies, training, and the operational costs that keep our volunteers ready to respond.
Swivel Response Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
No goods or services are provided in exchange for donations unless otherwise noted.
A one-time donation of any size directly supports our operations and readiness.
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