DX Marathon Fund Raising
The CQ DX Marathon Program is an independent organization run by volunteers. We have no funding per se other than our plaque sponsors. We have again applied for 501c3 status but it appears that this will take a few more months to accomplish.
There continues to be costs involved in running the program. It is our desire to try to generate some working capital to cover the costs that we do incur. As all know, the program has never required a fee to participate nor do we have any intentions to put one into place. Instead, we are attempting to raise some captial in a couple of ways.
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From January 15, 2025 to February 15, 2025, we wish to have a fund raiser calling on participants and others to contribute as they are able. Any contributions no matter how small will be greatly appreciated and can be accomplished by using paypal on our webiste (www.dxmarathon.com).
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During the final submission period for 2024, from January 1-5, 2025, there will also be a request at the time submissions are sent to us to make a contribution.
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Secondly, on January 15, 2025 we will begin a bi-monthly (every other month) guest speaker zoom meeting. Our first one will have K9EL, John Sweeney speak on internet DX spotting aids that are available to all of us. I have heard John’s presentation and it is quite goood. We are assessing a $10 fee to participate in the zoom meeting. If you wish to participate, please send me an email, and make a contribution of $10 to paypal. All proceeds will go to funding our working capital needs.
Thank you all for your participation and support.
Mark, WC3W Program Administrator