> And you're missing that anyone can load up the plugin on a wordpress blog > and start their own project on a moments notice - forget about HMWV and the > advocates group. Half of the point is to show that it can be done so others > can replicate it.
The point of HMWV is not to be elitist...but to provide a particular filter. let's not focus too much on technology here. The idea is that people who donate to HMWV trust that the current volunteers have done the research and preparation to know that the current project is solid. as any HMWV volunteer knows, its not just posting a project. Its emailing people, spreading the word, etc (http://www.buzzmachine.com/index.php/2007/02/19/supporting-journalism/) I personally find that finding good well-thought out projects is the hardest part of all. Devlon created Pledge Drive because at the time we weren't cool with the current crop of funding sites. they've mushroomed now... Pledge Drive also doesnt take any cut of the donated money. It's just a direct link between creator and donor. A glorified paypal button. If anyone would like to help us find and promote ambitious videoblogging projects...you can volunteer your time and "social capital" here: http://hmwv.pbwiki.com/Advocates Jay -- Here I am.... http://jaydedman.com
