Rooted in Community

Sheriff Derek Sanders believes effective policing begins with relationships. Knowing a community—its people, challenges, and strengths—requires showing up consistently, listening, and investing time beyond the job description. Over the years, Sheriff Sanders has spent hundreds of hours engaging with residents and supporting organizations throughout Thurston County as part of a long-standing commitment to public service.

Organizations and community groups Sheriff Sanders has supported include:

• Boys & Girls Clubs of Thurston County

• Strophy Foundation

• Thurston County Chamber

• Monarch

• Family Support Center

• Family Education and Support Services

• Yelm Dollars for Scholars

• ASHHO Cultural Community Center

• Firefighter Community Foundation

• Olympia Master Builders

• Rainier Education Foundation

• Rochester High School Safe and Sober

• Providence St. Peter Foundation

• Timberline Baseball

• Solid Rock Ranch

• Olympia High School GROWL

• Raise for Rowyn

• 4 The Love Foundation

• Evergreen Christian School

• St. Michaels Parish

• Truly Motivated Transitional Living

• Hands On Children’s Museum

• and many more

Community engagement is not a campaign activity—it is a long-term commitment to listening, learning, and leading in partnership with the people of Thurston County.