[Elecraft] Wounded Warrior - Ham Operator

[Don Wilhelm]

Bill,

I believe that would be a worthy cause, but it also would require some 
organization and mechanism to evaluate the needs of worthwhile recipients.

In this particular case, I have had previous relations with the 
originating ham and have no doubts about his intentions.  The 
possibility for scams is present and should be checked out before 
contributions are sought in individual cases.

Of course, being a ham oriented request, I believe there should be no 
"administrative costs" and all donated funds should benefit the 
recipient(s).

What works on an individual basis may not work well for general 
requests.  It would be interesting if some club or group would want to 
take on such a project to help those veterans suffering from PTSD and 
other battlefield injuries and problems to become hams and widen their 
outlook on life.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 8/21/2013 9:25 PM, Bill Blomgren (kk4qdz) wrote:
> I wonder if this would be a good 'fund raiser' for Hamfests.  There are a bunch of wounded warriors here in NC fighting their battles with the VA.
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> One of the local veteranarians has setup a pets for vets to help some of the folk with PTSD.  (Having a dog that loves you unconditionally, and helps give a reason to get out of bed is a GREAT thing for some of them...) -- I suspect a bunch would find ham radio a great way to pass the time while healing.....
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> KK4QDZ - Now with Extra Class Priv's, and a tiny KX3 to enjoy them!
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