After Hamvention & ARRL Field Day
Greetings and Report Regarding Humanitarian Efforts
FAIRS – Foundation for Amateur International Radio Service, Ltd. sends greetings after a wonderful time at Hamvention and this year’s Amateur Radio Field Day! Whether in person or on the air, we always love to hear from you!
Sales from our FAIRS booth have helped make some purchases and fund current projects, so we send this report as an update:
In Ukraine, Victor (US5WE) and Helen (UR5WA) Goncharsky continue the FAIRS goodwill despite challenges of the war going on around them. Gaynell communicates during times when they have electricity and access. FAIRS has such a long history with the couple since the early nineties when their international development work linked amateur radio digital communications in Eastern Europe by a USAID grant awarded to the organization. As they and others have need for personal computer equipment and other relief, FAIRS members have been happy to provide support.
Dominica is still rebuilding since Hurricane Maria, and it is time again to be watchful for damaging storms which pass through each season. Hurricane Beryl missed Dominica, but heavy rains and some flooding did occur. FAIRS continues to help with amateur radio and other equipment, gifts of humanitarian aid, and other items that are particularly needed for the people there. Recently, the Youth Group of Floyd United Methodist Church helped pack 7 wardrobe boxes of needed items to be shipped to Dominica.
In Antigua, longtime friend and partner in the work of FAIRS, Josanna Lockhart Brown, was recently presented an award at the Wesleyan Women Awards Ceremony 2024. Her work over many years for the benefit of communities is appreciated.
FAIRS (Foundation for Amateur Intl. Radio Service, Ltd.)
P.O. Box 179 Floyd, VA 24091 540-745-2322