Ah. Repeater funding. We had the same problem, really old repeater equipment, multiple sites, etc. We determined that to completely replace each component would run us about $25,000.
We happen to be an IRS 501(c)(3) organization which allowed us to seek grant money from local foundations. We divided up our budged into four "chunks" -- one $10,000 chunk and three $5,000 chunks, and we sought funding for each chunk. The chunks were designed so that if we received funding for that chunk, we would be able to buy the equipment and bring the new equipment online without waiting for additional funding. Our first grant was received in June, $10,000 from our local community foundation, we then purchased a new controller, some new link radios, a new DVR, a new computer (programming terminal and EchoLink), etc. Just prior to the end of the year, we received notice that we will receive $5,000 from a local corporate foundation as well. That's 2 for 2, don't let anybody tell you that it is impossible for a ham radio club to get grant money. It is time consuming, believe me, but the results are worth it. -- 73, Bill AD8BC --- In [email protected], "goldvetter" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > We have a repeater that needs to be gone through and replaced. Our > club has very little funds to replace the equipment. What if any kind > of funding is out there to help defray the costs of the new equipment? > Thanks in advance, Steve KCØTJH 73's > Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
