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General Categories => General Firearm Discussion => Topic started by: OnTheFly on February 10, 2013, 01:31:59 AM
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PLEASE do NOT vote in this poll unless you ALREADY have a monthly donation set up through the "Donate" link. Otherwise, you can click HERE (https://secure.piryx.com/donate/TlWMl9HL/NFOA/) to set one up and then come back and show your support for the NFOA by voting in the poll.
Ok...We have over 2,000 members on the NFOA forum alone and better than 7,000 full NFOA members.
We all joined the NFOA because of the important work the board selflessly does to protect our rights both locally and nationally. If each of the forum members commits to $1 each month (ONLY $12 a year), that would be over $16,800 a year. If every full NFOA member would commit to a measly dollar per month, the NFOA board would be able to do even more with better than $69,540 each year. That is JUST an average of $1 per person. What if we can get the average up even higher?
Annual Revenue
Forum All
Donation Members Members
$2/mo ($24/year) $33,600 $139,080
$5/mo ($60/year) $84,000 $347,700
$10/mo ($120/year) $168,000 $695,400
$20/mo ($240/year) $336,000 $1,390,800
When I say "commit", I don't mean donate today with the intent of donating again each month. What I mean is that we all set up a monthly donation.
(http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l484/OnTheFly64/DonateMonthly_zps844b4e39.jpg)
Come on! You can afford to commit to donating something every month! $5, $10, $20...something! Show your support for an organization that makes a difference. Even if you can only afford $1 or $2 a month, then do it. Anything you can donate will help protect our rights.
So are you all talk, or do you REALLY want to protect your 2nd Amendment rights? Who's with me?!
Take a stand with the NFOA!
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/23036525/NFOA%20Donation%20Totals.pdf)
Fly
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Maybe alittle more info as to what all these donations will be used for might help people make that pledge.
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I would LOVE to donate some cash to the cause, but currently, my checking account is still on the mend since the Lincoln Women's Expo!
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I joined the NRA as a life member in 1991. Because of this recent flap, I went looking for other gun lobby groups to also support, and I joined the GOA as a life member a week ago. Over the weekend, I found the Citizens Committee For The Right To Keep & Bear Arms, as a life member. I also support Constitutional Sherriff's And Peace Officers Organization as of this weekend.
To say my plate is full might be a way to put it, but I promise I will join forces with you soon, as a supporting member.
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Thanks, Fly. I started a monthly donation today, after upgrading to a lifetime NRA membership. So, I have upped my donations. Now, up yours! haha I couldn't resist
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Thanks for the posts folks. I appreciate that many of you support other national 2A groups. Good for you! However, to put it bluntly, the NRA, CCRKBA, GOA, etc. will NOT give the attention to our local 2A issues that they will the national issues. Yes, they will work on some of the local issues, but their attention is divided across the entire nation. We need to also support a group that focuses on state issues.
I also appreciate financial woes and how tough times are. However, I did not say that everyone needs to donate at or above a specific level. If you can only afford $1 a month, then DO IT! If you go shooting during the course of a month, shoot a few rounds less and give the difference to the NFOA. If you are not destitute (and I DO understand hard financial times), then there HAS to be something you can donate. Is $5 really going to break you?
Do you read the minutes from the monthly BoD meetings? In January 2013, the NFOA had just a little over $15,000 in the bank. That may seem like a lot of money, but it is a piss poor budget for an expensive fight that we are asking the NFOA to wage. What if we were averaging $2 each month per NFOA member? We could hire a lobbyist (not sure if the NFOA can legally do that?) that could keep the pressure on our representatives full time as opposed to Andy and the rest of the Board members having to do it in their spare time while they are shirking off their family lives.
Bottom line. These people fighting our fight need our support, and I don't mean a cheerleader squad. So again...every single one of you out there. You can't afford $2 per month?
Fly
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I am new to this forum, and to this association. What battles are ahead for Nebraska gun rights? Apart from what is going on in Washington?
I have noticed over 200 sheriff's have told Obama to stick his gun grabbing ideas, but not one county in Nebraska has joined on. Why?
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I am new to this forum, and to this association. What battles are ahead for Nebraska gun rights? Apart from what is going on in Washington?
I have noticed over 200 sheriff's have told Obama to stick his gun grabbing ideas, but not one county in Nebraska has joined on. Why?
I noticed this about a month ago, but since then the NSA has joined the CSPOA in supporting LB 451 but I still only see one county listed under their members for Nebraska county sheriffs, http://cspoa.org/sheriffs-gun-rights/ (http://cspoa.org/sheriffs-gun-rights/) On the other hand Lancaster County Sheriffs has this on their Homepage. http://lancaster.ne.gov/sheriff/media/media020713.pdf (http://lancaster.ne.gov/sheriff/media/media020713.pdf)
Sounds like its time to start making some calls and get these guys involved.
Back to the point, thank you for the checks and balances there Fly, I am going to set up a low monthly payment this payday.
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im going to donate to thr NFOA PAF soon... just been too busy with the new child
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Thank Goodness at least one county has been added to the list for Nebraska. I will send that Sheriff a thank you letter.
I noticed this about a month ago, but since then the NSA has joined the CSPOA in supporting LB 451 but I still only see one county listed under their members for Nebraska county sheriffs, http://cspoa.org/sheriffs-gun-rights/ (http://cspoa.org/sheriffs-gun-rights/) On the other hand Lancaster County Sheriffs has this on their Homepage. http://lancaster.ne.gov/sheriff/media/media020713.pdf (http://lancaster.ne.gov/sheriff/media/media020713.pdf)
Sounds like its time to start making some calls and get these guys involved.
Back to the point, thank you for the checks and balances there Fly, I am going to set up a low monthly payment this payday.
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Money.
Please tell me and everyone what is being done with funds given to this cause for the assault on my gun freedoms in 2013 as it pertains to Nebraska laws being molded to fit the second amendment.
I currently support several gun lobby groups as well as a couple Constitutional rights groups. I have limited funds, as we all do, and i do not want to see what happened in NY to happen in NE.
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Gary,
I am not a BoD member, just a full NFOA member. From my experience with the NFOA, they are not an organization like the NRA, SAF, etc. that bombard their members or potential members with requests for donations. In light of this fact, I have taken it upon myself to start this post with absolutely no encouragement from the NFOA BoD or other members.
Since the NFOA BoD is not a group to pester you for money, I am guessing that they have chosen to refrain from commenting on this subject. However, you may get an answer to your question if you started a post in the "NFOA Full Member Area" of the forum. Perhaps they could describe what their future goals are. At this point, with no real financial boom in sight, I am guessing that their current plans are very basic. They may not have even discussed the possibilities if the time came that this membership financially supported the NFOA on a level such as I am suggesting.
Whether the NFOA has a current big budget plan or not is immaterial to me. What I look at is how much they have accomplished with so little financial support. What they HAVE had is level headed people with an unwavering passion for our common interests.
Fly
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Thanks for the kick in the butt. I just signed up for $10/month, and I've been donating every paycheck to NRA-ILA, SAF, etc.
I too would like to see a comprehensive plan from the Board of Directors, but I also understand they don't necessarily want to tip their hand to those who oppose us. It's a balancing act, but maybe just a short statement to let the membership know where we're headed. I know a LOT of time is spent lobbying the Legislature by Andy and Wesley, and that comes out of their own free time away from their day jobs. For that, they have my heartfelt thanks.
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Thx bkoenig!
Fly
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Bumpedy, bump, bump.
We are up to a whopping four people who are willing to fund the NFOA's efforts to protect our 2A rights by donating $1 or more per month.
If you have not signed up for a monthly contribution, PLEASE do so. Even the smallest amount will help. If you have already set up a monthly contribution, please vote in the poll so others will be aware of your support.
Fly
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I submitted mine yesterday. Had to wait for a monthly deposit to kick in and allow for a few days cushion. Can't believe so few folks have risen to the occasion. :(
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I submitted mine yesterday. Had to wait for a monthly deposit to kick in and allow for a few days cushion. Can't believe so few folks have risen to the occasion. :(
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Bottom line. These people fighting our fight need our support, and I don't mean a cheerleader squad. So again...every single one of you out there. You can't afford $2 per month?
Count me in Fly
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Hawt diggity dawg! Six folks have vowed to support the NFOA with a monthly donation. Thanks to all who are willing to play along with me. As of this post there are 1,529 NFOA forum members. This means 0.00392% of us are willing to put our money where our mouth is.
Anyone else? Who is willing to shoot two less rounds of .45 each month so they can donate $2 (calculated using present day panic prices :() to fund our fight?
Don't make me whine and beg! I will if I need to.
Fly
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on the NRA-ILA money-bomb day, i donated to the NFOA PAF with a one time donation.
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on the NRA-ILA money-bomb day, i donated to the NFOA PAF with a one time donation.
Thanks for that RobertH! However, that does not qualify you to be in our "Cool Members" group. :laugh: Seriously though...thanks for your support!
My point in starting this thread is that a small monthly donation may not appear to be worth anyone's time, but that seemingly insignificant commitment from each of us every month WILL make a substantial difference.
In addition, while the NFOA BoD can not necessarily count on these funds as guaranteed revenue, it might help considerably with their expense planning. Many of us who whole heartedly support the 2A likely make donations when our rights are being attacked such as we have seen in the last few months. This does help, but it also undoubtedly puts the board (or at least predisposes them to being) behind the power curve. That is not to say that the BoD is reactive to the issues. On the contrary, they are proactive in staying on top of the issues and communicating with its members and our representatives. However, we can not sit idly by and say "what have you done to fight for our rights today" while we fail to fully support them. Whether that support is being actively hands on and/or monetary support.
Have you ever been on the BoD of a not-for-profit organization or community committee? If so, you are well aware that you have many members expecting you to do all the work, support their beliefs, and fight for their interests. To a large extent, these "supporting" members expect you to do all this without their physical, mental or monetary in nature.
We can NOT be that membership. The fight for our rights is occurring right now. And by "now", I don't mean just our current political climate. By "now" I am referring to every minute of every day. Our fight does not end just because of who was elected into office. There are always those who would completely strip us of our rights, or possibly more insidious, those who would compromise on our rights in the interest of being "reasonable".
So once again...$1, $2, or $5 per month? You KNOW you can afford it, and it WILL make a difference. Just do it! Click HERE (https://secure.piryx.com/donate/TlWMl9HL/NFOA/) to do your part.
Fly
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This ongoing monthly donation is really a good idea for ALL who wish to make sure the NFOA is a success. All organizations including the NFOA need a positive a cash flow in order to succeed. And, from what I've seen, the NFOA spends it's funds wisely. Even for those members who have only donated once or never donated, NOW is the time to reconsider. "WE ALL" should be financially supporting the NFOA, now more than ever. ;D ;D ;D
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Sorry about getting into this conversation a little late, but if you follow me over to the Member’s Only section, we can continue this discussion over there and the Board of Directors will try and answer some of the good questions that have been raised above: http://nebraskafirearms.org/forum/index.php/topic,8019 (http://nebraskafirearms.org/forum/index.php/topic,8019)
And don't worry Fly, I'm not trying to hijack the thread - at the end of my post over there, I've got a link coming back here to:
"Fly's Challenge for Freedom" :laugh:
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Sorry about getting into this conversation a little late, but if you follow me over to the Member’s Only section, we can continue this discussion over there and the Board of Directors will try and answer some of the good questions that have been raised above: http://nebraskafirearms.org/forum/index.php/topic,8019 (http://nebraskafirearms.org/forum/index.php/topic,8019)
And don't worry Fly, I'm not trying to hijack the thread - at the end of my post over there, I've got a link coming back here to:
"Fly's Challenge for Freedom" :laugh:
To Wes,
Thank you very much for that well thought out and articulate explanation of the past, present, and future of the NFOA. Your post is an example of why I am happy with the NFOA and all it has done with so little because it demonstrates the caliber of people who VOLUNTEER to lead our organization.
To all the other NFOA members,
As new BoD members are elected, I am sure that we will be able to maintain the same level of devotion and quality that we have experienced in the past. However, consider how much more pro-active our organization could be if properly funded. It would take a mere pittance from each of us.
Fly
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SEVEN...we now have 7 people in the cool group! ;D
$1 = McDonalds dollar menu item
$2 = One Lincoln bus fare + $0.25
$5 = Starbucks foo-foo drink
Don't be a loser...Click HERE (https://secure.piryx.com/donate/TlWMl9HL/NFOA/) to be cool.
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So you firmly believe in 2A rights, but you can't commit to donating a little pocket change to support those who fight for your rights in your home state?
Seriously?!
Fly
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So you firmly believe in 2A rights, but you can't commit to donating a little pocket change to support those who fight for your rights in your home state?
Seriously?!
Well put Fly, you are the man ;D
Fly
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Well put Fly, you are the man ;D
Fly
Thanks abbafandr! I can honestly say that I thought this idea would gain steam much more quickly than it has. I'm not sure if...
- people are just THAT stingy
- they think that $1-3 won't make a difference
- they are putting it on the back burner to do later
- they think the NFOA is doing good enough without a real budget
Honestly, it just amazes me that we all joined this organization because of our kindred belief in the 2A, but very few of us are really willing to support those who are protecting our rights.
Folks! Posting on pro-gun forums about how much you believe in the 2A is NOT GOING TO CHANGE A DING DONG THING. We NEED to take the fight to our legislature, and IMHO, we are asking WAY too much of the NFOA without financially supporting them.
Quit talking big about your rights and donate HERE (https://secure.piryx.com/donate/TlWMl9HL/NFOA/) to ACTUALLY support the fight!
Fly
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Finally set it up (procrastinator) because I am quitting smoking, so I figured that money should go to good causes. ;D
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Finally set it up (procrastinator) because I am quitting smoking, so I figured that money should go to good causes. ;D
Jutty,
1) Good for you for kicking the habit! I have watched too many people die a slow horrible death because of those things. Just my humble opinion...don't flame me on this.
2) Your commitment FAR exceeds what is necessary. Do it while you can. However, if it becomes a burden, DON'T stop the donation, just change it to a smaller monthly amount. Like I have been relentlessly droning on about, $1-3 per month from EACH of us will make a huge difference.
3) You have just joined the elite group of individuals who not only talk about their rights, but who also make a concerted effort to defend those rights. Thank you!
Ok ladies and gentlemen. We now have a total of 8 patriots. Who's will can I break next? ;D
Click HERE (https://secure.piryx.com/donate/TlWMl9HL/NFOA/) and I will give you praise too.
Fly
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Another reason to donate
Have you noticed under some of the forum user names it says "xxxx Benefactor" such as "Steel Benefactor"? This indicates the level of donations the member has made to the NFOA. Below are the levels of Benefactors.
Benefactor Annual Monthly
Level Donation Commitment
PLATINUM OVER $10k ($834 and up/ month)
GOLD OVER $5k ($417-833/month)
SILVER OVER $2.5k ($209-416/month)
BRONZE OVER $1k ($83-208/month)
COPPER $500-$1000 ($42-83/month)
BRASS $300-500 ($16-41/month)
LEAD $100-300 ($9-15/month)
STEEL $50-100 ($5-8/month)
POWDER $10-50 ($1-4/month)
So when other forum members read your posts about how important the 2A is, they will know that you back your words with action.
If you can't find the giant "DONATE NOW!" link at the top of most of the forum pages, then you can click HERE (https://secure.piryx.com/donate/TlWMl9HL/NFOA/) to set up that monthly donation.
Fly
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You can count me in for $5 a month. I would really like to see LB451 passed. It would be nice to see concealed carry go into the state constitution, like hunting did, so no one could mess with it in the future.
Long time member of the NRA
Member of The Second Amendment Foundation
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You can count me in for $5 a month. I would really like to see LB451 passed. It would be nice to see concealed carry go into the state constitution, like hunting did, so no one could mess with it in the future.
Long time member of the NRA
Member of The Second Amendment Foundation
NINE MONTHLY DONATIONS!
Welcome aboard farmer bob, and THANK YOU for supporting the fight for our rights. Make sure you express your desires on LB451 to your fellow forum members, the NFOA BoD, AND your state senators. We need to hit them from all sides.
Ok folks...farmberbob has been here for only a couple of months and he sees the logic in my plea for financial support. Why is it the rest of you can't see my sheer shear :-[ genius?
Fly
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I am giddy like a school girl! We now have TEN monthly donators to the NFOA. It warms the cockles of my heart to see this slowly grow.
Only ten monthly donations and we have already set up the NFOA to receive $1,200. That will be money well spent.
BATTER UP!
Fly
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shear genius?
Fly, didn't pass' hukd on fonics'? :laugh:
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Fly, didn't pass' hukd on fonics'? :laugh:
Oops! I really do talk Amercun bettr n at.
Fly
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The way I see it...lol
There are many members here that put in a good deal of their personal time to make this forum work.
They will help keep us informed of matters important to us (legislation/laws), informed of those people in office who are for us and those against. They will attend meetings/discussions (Point Blank for example) and be there to represent US and our views on matters relating to our 2A rights.
Sometimes I may be able to attend such events, but other times I might be wrenching on a car, riding my MC, or spending time at the reloading bench...time with my kids, etc.
Besides these things mentioned, I also look at the forum as a place to ask questions, share views on various discussion (I always keep an open mind) ...just the entertainment factor alone is worth something.
look what it cost go to a movie, out to dinner, summer vacation, fill your gas tank(oh the pain),
now look at a box of ammo, an entry level pistol, a entry level MSR,
I feel a small donation will go a loooong ways to help preserve things important to me.
when I learned that a NFOA member would be at the Point Blank discussion, well ALLRIGHT THEN let me help this organisation out a little.
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Well said Hank, and welcome aboard. You can officially call yourself a "Cool Kid".
Fly
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Many of you may be wondering, "What do I get in return for my monthly donation?".
Well, to start, you get awesome representation protecting your Second Amendment rights on the state AND federal level. For ONLY a few dollars a month, less than the price of a latte, you have the satisfaction of knowing that you are doing your part to give the NFOA Board of Directors the ammunition required to continue the fight for our rights.
(http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l484/OnTheFly64/but-wait-theres-more-billy-mays-tshirt_zps21612e07.jpg)
You get to vote in this thread and strut your support of this important cause.
When you are out meeting other NFOA members, you can proudly declare "I AM IN THE CLUB! ARE YOU?!". Well...you don't have to annoy people like I do, but we could come up with a secret handshake.
Fly
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There are 1,564 members on the NFOA forum and we have ten members who have committed. That is a minuscule 0.00639386189258%. NOT EVEN one tenth (0.10) of one percent, BUT we have already raised $1,200 over the next year.
Come on people! Can you NOT see the power of this idea?! A donation that won't mean !$%# out of your budget will do incredible things for our rights.
Fly
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There are 1,564 members on the NFOA forum and we have ten members who have committed. That is a minuscule 0.00639386189258%. NOT EVEN one tenth (0.10) of one percent, BUT we have already raised $1,200 over the next year.
Come on people! Can you NOT see the power of this idea?! A donation that won't mean !$%# out of your budget will do incredible things for our rights.
Fly
Forgot to vote. Where can I learn this secret hand shake?
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Forgot to vote. Where can I learn this secret hand shake?
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ELEVEN PATRIOTS, AND COUNTING!
We will be teaching that at our exclusive, invitation only, annual meeting of the Cool Kids.
Fly
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12 Monthly Donators!
I'm not sure who it was. Please post your thoughts on supporting the NFOA. Whoever it was, THANK YOU!
Fly
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Only 1,552 forum members to go.
Fly
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Dang Fly, I didn't think I'd need to do it, but I'm going to take a page from "That Guy" in Washington and have to issue my first Executive Order. I hereby declare OnTheFly to be the Official NFOA Monthly Donation CZAR! :laugh:
(Now if you can sweet talk Dan, or bribe him, maybe you can get your new title under your forum name...)
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Dang Fly, I didn't think I'd need to do it, but I'm going to take a page from "That Guy" in Washington and have to issue my first Executive Order. I hereby declare OnTheFly to be the Official NFOA Monthly Donation CZAR!
(Now if you can sweet talk Dan, or bribe him, maybe you can get your new title under your forum name...)
I appreciate the designation. I keep trying, but DANG if this isn't a hard sale. Honestly I am very surprised that there wasn't a landslide of people who had the light bulb turn on over their head and set up a monthly donation of just a few dollars each month. :(
The idea has gained a little momentum, but not as fast as I had hoped. I will keep reasoning-asking-begging-groveling-pleading though. It is the least I can do because I shudder at the thought of some of this anti-gun legislation getting passed, and I know that a cohesive group effort with a singular voice is more effective than an individual. A perfect example is the power that the NRA wields.
Thanks again for the kind words, but more importantly THANK YOU for all the uncompensated work you and the NFOA board do for the rest of us. You deserve much more support than we provide.
Fly
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Keep plugging Fly....we can hope some more folks will see the light, and pitch in.
If our Board wants to expand the influence and clout of NFOA, they need to have a steady cash flow they can count on. That was the thought that convinced me to set up a monthly donation (along with your shameless grovelling). :P
Ghost
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Ghost,
Were you the mystery 12th donator?
Fly
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Keep plugging Fly....we can hope some more folks will see the light, and pitch in.
If our Board wants to expand the influence and clout of NFOA, they need to have a steady cash flow they can count on. That was the thought that convinced me to set up a monthly donation (along with your shameless grovelling). :P
Ghost
I have NO shame! I will fall to the floor and sob on your shoes. :'(
Fly
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Fly,
I think I must have been #12. I was hoping I would just be one of a whole big crowd that set up their donations today.
Ghost
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Fly,
I think I must have been #12. I was hoping I would just be one of a whole big crowd that set up their donations today.
Ghost
Okay...someone voted in the poll, but didn't post in the thread. If you voted, then we are up to speed on my donation totals. However, if you have NOT voted in the poll, then that would make you lucky #13.
Fly
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Fly,
I voted in the poll right after I set up my donation, which was around lunchtime today, IIRC.
I didn't get a chance to log back into the forum until this evening, since I had to go back to work for SWMBO after lunch.
Ghost
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Fly,
I voted in the poll right after I set up my donation, which was around lunchtime today, IIRC.
I didn't get a chance to log back into the forum until this evening, since I had to go back to work for SWMBO after lunch.
Ghost
Thanks. Mystery respondent revealed.
Fly
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I was number 7, if someone is keeping track.
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I was number 7, if someone is keeping track.
Yes I was, and Thank you!
Fly
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I was the 10th vote, if memory serves. Sorry, I didn't know you were keeping track of that.
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I was the 10th vote, if memory serves. Sorry, I didn't know you were keeping track of that.
No problem whatsit. Yes, for various reasons (as you now know) I AM keeping track initially. For one thing, I want to make sure everyone who has set up a monthly donation has also voted in the poll so I can update my running tally of funds committed. I think this running spreadsheet is a great way to tout our progress.
Thanks for your support!
Fly
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For anyone else.
If you have set up a monthly donation, but have not yet voted in this poll, please do so and then reply to the thread so we know who to thank.
Fly
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Just wanted everyone to know that I'm still here, and I'M WAITING FOR YOU TO COME TO YOUR SENSES.
Fly
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Well said Hank, and welcome aboard. You can officially call yourself a "Cool Kid".
Fly
Hank is cool, I met him yesterday...
Fly,
because of your prodding, I became a donor a couple of days ago, it is something I had been thinking about, but never got around to doing.
It didn't hurt at all!!
I did not set up a monthly donation, instead deciding to donate periodically as funds are available, somehow I still resist the automatic withdrawals from my checking acct. (must be a control thing)
Anyhow keep up the good work, you're like my wife... "RELENTLESS". But in a nice and important way.
Greg58
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I guess I'm slower than some people. I had to think about this idea for a little while, and ask myself some questions, before I made a decision.
Would I miss reading this forum if it went dark?
Did I like the idea that I could advertise a gun, or want to buy some scarce reloading supplies or ammo, and get several, almost immediate, responses?
Did I appreciate the effort, and money, that past and current BOD members, and other NFOA volunteers and donors, had put in that gave me the ability to obtain a Nebraska CHP?
Did I appreciate having my 2A rights supported in the Legislature, even when I couldn't go myself?
Did I see a need for Nebraska shooters and firearms owners to have a unified voice at the national level?
Those were just a few of the questions I pondered before I hit the big "Donate" button. I decided I could handle a modest monthly donation pretty easily, without letting any other important priorities slide.
Any organization can only be as strong as it's members are willing to make it. I definitely appreciate the money and effort other NFOA members have put in to defend our 2A rights. NFOA has a lot of members and is still growing, yet less than 1% of the total membership has given any monetary support. Give it some thought, and if you can make it work, even in a small way, please hit the "Donate" button. Just my $.02......
Ghost
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Fly,
because of your prodding, I became a donor a couple of days ago, it is something I had been thinking about, but never got around to doing.
It didn't hurt at all!!
AWESOME! Thanks for supporting YOUR Association with action and not just words.
I did not set up a monthly donation, instead deciding to donate periodically as funds are available, somehow I still resist the automatic withdrawals from my checking acct. (must be a control thing)
That's okay. I understand not trusting some automated systems, especially those that are web based. So here is what you need to do...
- Write twelve checks for a nominal amount each ($1-5...that's ALL!)
- Date the checks April 2013 through March 2014
- Stick each check in an unsealed envelope
- Write the intended month/year on the back of each envelope for the corresponding check
- Address them to the NFOA, PO box 419, Syracuse, Nebraska 68446
- Place a "Forever" stamp on each envelope
- Set a monthly reminder on your smart phone, laptop, etc. to seal the appropriate envelope and stick it in the mail
- When/if you have EXTRA funds that you want to part with, add a check to one of those envelopes
Anyhow keep up the good work, you're like my wife... "RELENTLESS". But in a nice and important way.
Greg58
"RELENTLESS"?! You have no idea. See my response above. ;D
Fly
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I guess I'm slower than some people. I had to think about this idea for a little while, and ask myself some questions, before I made a decision.
Would I miss reading this forum if it went dark?
Did I like the idea that I could advertise a gun, or want to buy some scarce reloading supplies or ammo, and get several, almost immediate, responses?
Did I appreciate the effort, and money, that past and current BOD members, and other NFOA volunteers and donors, had put in that gave me the ability to obtain a Nebraska CHP?
Did I appreciate having my 2A rights supported in the Legislature, even when I couldn't go myself?
Did I see a need for Nebraska shooters and firearms owners to have a unified voice at the national level?
Those were just a few of the questions I pondered before I hit the big "Donate" button. I decided I could handle a modest monthly donation pretty easily, without letting any other important priorities slide.
Any organization can only be as strong as it's members are willing to make it. I definitely appreciate the money and effort other NFOA members have put in to defend our 2A rights. NFOA has a lot of members and is still growing, yet less than 1% of the total membership has given any monetary support. Give it some thought, and if you can make it work, even in a small way, please hit the "Donate" button. Just my $.02......
Ghost
Ghost,
That was an awesome explanation of how you came to the realization that my idea was a worthy one. ;D
THANK YOU for joining the club.
Fly
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15 MONTHLY CONTRIBUTORS!
Now we are on a roll. One thing I wanted to mention, you can also set up a monthly donation to the NFOA-PAF (Political Action Fund) HERE (http://www.nfoapaf.org) if you would rather that your funds go for this endeavor. Either way, you are actively protecting your 2A rights.
Fly
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Fly, you said you would whine & beg if you needed to! Will that be on video? :laugh:
Here is what the funds are used for:
Your dollars help us lobby for pro-gun legislation, and defend and advance the rights of Nebraska residents to own and use firearms for all legal activities.
They are active in educating/ travel/writing letters/ interviews/staying on top of proposed laws/ speaking out for us!
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If you click on the "HERE" button in "flys" post it tells you about the funds usage! :kiss:
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Fly, you said you would whine & beg if you needed to! Will that be on video? :laugh:
America's funniest home videos? ;D
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Just thought I would let everyone know that I have not given up on all you non-contributors. It is not too late to gain my approval by becoming a monthly donator of a nominal amount to the NFOA or NFOA-PAF.
Come on, you KNOW it is the right thing to do!
Fly
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I am fully expecting to bump up to $10 month, once I get some finances taken care of. See, I suffer from an affliction. Maybe you've heard of it, Ican'tquitbuyingguns. Once I get this latest Glock paid off, you can count on me for $5 more. Hope it helps!
Together we stand, divided we fall.
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wow mr fly, wow, all i have to say is bravo Sir bravo, first you fool me with hot chicks with guns nows its someone is a genius making me thinks it political or gun stuff and yet you redirect me to this post, I bow to you. Well played sir well played.
p.s. I will no longer be viewing any posts by fly.
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p.s. I will no longer be viewing any posts by fly.
To: wusker
Since you are one of the few, the proud, the monthly contributors, you are not obligated to read my posts.
To: The rest of you non-compliant NFOA'ers
I'm NOT done with you yet! >:D
Fly
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first you fool me with hot chicks with guns
Might I also add that the aforementioned thread said NOTHING about "chicks", only "naked models". ;D
Fly
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What number was I, Fly? I want to double my amount but have yet to do so. I guess I can set up two monthly donations, but that begs the question, will I be #2 and #16? It may throw your figures off...
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Just completed a single amount donation.....so, no more arm twisting please. ::) I do prefer to make contributions like this on an annual basis rather than monthly.
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Just completed a single amount donation..... I do prefer to make contributions like this on an annual basis rather than monthly.
(Not picking on you at all, please don't take it so)
While making a one time donation is great (and not unappreciated) what is $2 a month going to do to your check book? I think that a CONSTANT inflow of cash is much better than a larger, random influx. I would much rather get paid bi-weekly, than get paid once a month. That is simply how I look at it. It is difficult for anyone, NFOA included, to form a budget based on yearly donations. This is, in my opinion, why we need more monthly donations, in addtion to the wonderful yearly 'bonus'. Thank you.
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17 Monthly Donors!
PLEASE NOTE: When I started this thread I asked what the minimum donation was, but the answer was not readily known. I have since found out that the minimum donation allowed via the "Donate Now!" web link is $5.
Therefore, for those who want to make an equivalent $1 to $4/month donation, they will have to either be devoted enough to make a $6 donation every 6 months, $6 donation every 3 months, etc. OR you can just go ahead and sign up for $5/month since it's not that much more than $1. ;D
Thanks to the latest donors!
Fly
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(Not picking on you at all, please don't take it so)
While making a one time donation is great (and not unappreciated) what is $2 a month going to do to your check book? I think that a CONSTANT inflow of cash is much better than a larger, random influx. I would much rather get paid bi-weekly, than get paid once a month. That is simply how I look at it. It is difficult for anyone, NFOA included, to form a budget based on yearly donations. This is, in my opinion, why we need more monthly donations, in addtion to the wonderful yearly 'bonus'. Thank you.
In simplified terms....
$2 per month X 12 months = $24 for a year's worth of supporting a fine organization.
$24 once a year is still $24 and does the same in supporting a fine organization for a year.
I see no difference...it's the same way I make my house payments...once a year and the bank doesn't mind.
I "get" the point about spreading out cash flow....just don't criticize the revenue stream and everyone should be happy.
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What number was I, Fly? I want to double my amount but have yet to do so. I guess I can set up two monthly donations, but that begs the question, will I be #2 and #16? It may throw your figures off...
Hmmmm...I am not sure. I did not initially make the poll "editable" by the individuals participating. I may ask Dan W if that can be done post-post, and that way we can change our "vote" if we change the monthly donation amount.
Fly
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Hmmmm...I am not sure. I did not initially make the poll "editable" by the individuals participating. I may ask Dan W if that can be done post-post, and that way we can change our "vote" if we change the monthly donation amount.
Fly
I can do that for a fee
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I can do that for a fee
How about you do that and we will make you an honorary member of the "cool kid club".
Fly
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In simplified terms....
$2 per month X 12 months = $24 for a year's worth of supporting a fine organization.
$24 once a year is still $24 and does the same in supporting a fine organization for a year.
I see no difference...it's the same way I make my house payments...once a year and the bank doesn't mind.
I "get" the point about spreading out cash flow....just don't criticize the revenue stream and everyone should be happy.
Using your simplified numbers, how does NFOA make a budget when that person donating $24 a year is not signed up for a constant donation? Make a budget and hope that that money comes in? That is why it is great that people sign up for smaller monthly amounts, I understand what you're saying, you're in an agreement to pay the bank. A yearly donator has no obligation to ever pay again. A monthly donator doesn't either, cancel at anytime. But a constant inflow of cash is better that a RANDOM influx yearly.
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zofoman,
Your donation is GREATLY appreciated. Whatever the reason, if you choose to donate periodically instead of monthly, then that is GREAT and fine by me.
There are two primary reasons I started this plea...
1) I was hoping that if members realized they could set up a low monthly payment instead of one larger lump sum, it would be less painful and thus more appealing to the vast majority.
2) As Jutty has already said, a constant flow of cash makes it easier for the board of directors to plan their long term strategy.
Once again, whatever manner you decide to donate by is fine by me and THANK YOU for supporting the NFOA.
Fly
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Jutty, I am with Zofoman on this, I resist those auto-withdrawal things like the plague.
I would much prefer to donate when I am ready, than have one scheduled.
I'm sure it is some kind of weird control thing for me, but everyone is different.
Fly, I am enjoying your creative pleading, keep it up...
Greg58
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Whoever #18 was, THANK YOU!
Fly
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Jutty, I am with Zofoman on this, I resist those auto-withdrawal things like the plague.
I would much prefer to donate when I am ready, than have one scheduled.
I'm sure it is some kind of weird control thing for me, but everyone is different.
Fly, I am enjoying your creative pleading, keep it up...
Greg58
Greg,
How are you with "Auto-payments", as in your bank makes an automatic payment? That would get you in the club too. ;D
Having your bank send a payment from your account sounds better than someone taking a payment from your account.
Fly
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Poll has been edited to allow votes changes
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Greg,
How are you with "Auto-payments", as in your bank makes an automatic payment? That would get you in the club too. ;D
Having your bank send a payment from your account sounds better than someone taking a payment from your account.
Fly
Fly I don't use them either, but I am one of those weird people that doesn't use a debit card, or text messaging, or social networking, and I always carry cash.
Greg
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Fly I don't use them either, but I am one of those weird people that doesn't use a debit card, or text messaging, or social networking, and I always carry cash.
Greg
Well...at least you use the Internet and the NFOA is better off because of it. Glad to have you here.
Fly
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For all you new members, or anyone else who has guilt gnawing at them...
BUMP!
Fly
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Though I have been a Member for awhile now, I haven't been all that active. As I've mentioned in some other posts, I am a single Father raising a teen-age daughter and she will always be my priority...and sometimes, the hobbies have to take a back seat. But, with all the recent potential gun control activity, I can't help but be lured into the discussions once again.
I'll admit, I've done a TON of reading lately and can't help but feel proud of the way this group has conducted itself. The Membe's here are obviously very intelligent and have conducted themselves in the way I feel any group should. You all remain firm and relentless with your beliefs, but no one is portraying themselves as a fanatic either.
Very seldom could I ever make a meeting for a club outing, but I still feel very obligated to be involved and do what I can to support our belief in the Second Amendment, promoting gun safety and insuring our legacy remains for future generations always.
In that regard, I've just signed up for $20 continual monthly donations. I wish I could do more, but hope this token helps.
Thanks for your continual efforts!
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Cliff,
Your monthly $20 donation goes WAY above and beyond what any single member needs to do. THANK YOU! One question, have you voted in the poll at the top of this thread? I'm pretty sure you have not, so could you to show your support to the rest of the NFOA'ers?
Besides your generous contribution, I could not have asked for a more eloquently written explanation of your decision to donate to the NFOA.
For the rest of you non-donors, we have just heard from a single father donating $20 a month, and your excuse for not donating $5 per month is...WHAT exactly?
Fly
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Voted :)
Thanks Fly!
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Voted :)
Thanks Fly!
NO...Thank YOU for your monthly commitment to support 2A rights in Nebraska!
Fly
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Okay! Okay! Geesh! I donated. #21
Now when do the Dallas Cheerleaders show up?
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Okay! Okay! Geesh! I donated. #21
Now when do the Dallas Cheerleaders show up?
I have broken the will of yet another fellow NFOA'er. My plan to systematically wear each and every member down is working. It may take me a decade or two to get full compliance, but have no doubt, you too will buckle! <Insert evil maniacally laughing emoticon with horns and pitchfork here>
Seriously though, THANK YOU Lorimor for your donation. I will have to shake your hand the next time I see you.
Fly
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I'M STILL HERE! And I haven't forgotten about you. ;D
Fly
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check is in the mail...
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check is in the mail...
Does that mean you set up a monthly donation?
Fly
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Just started my monthly donations! ;D
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Just started my monthly donations! ;D
Thanks Skooter! You are now officially designated as cool.
Fly
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Does it count if I'm a forum sponsor?
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Does it count if I'm a forum sponsor?
Hmmm...Not sure. What exactly is a "Forum Sponsor"? I did a search on the forum and NFOA website, but couldn't find any description.
Fly
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Who was #23 that voted?
Fly
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We are on our way!
Fly
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I applied for membership in the "Cool Kids Club" as of this AM.
I voted also, and my count says 23, but you were looking for # 23 yesterday. So.......I might be 24 or ^.
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I voted also, and my count says 23, but you were looking for # 23 yesterday. So.......I might be 24 or ^.
Thanks kozball! You finally made it to the club. ;D You have gone above and beyond, and your gracious donation will go a long ways to help the NFOA protect our rights.
You are #24. The tally of "Total Members Voted" at bottom of poll does not include the vote of the user who is viewing the poll. If you add up the number of donors for each donation level ($1, $2, $5, etc.), you will see that the total is one more than the "Total Members Voted".
Thanks again,
Fly
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Hmmm...Not sure. What exactly is a "Forum Sponsor"? I did a search on the forum and NFOA website, but couldn't find any description.
Someone who sponsors the forum. :)
(Donation of money amount to help keep the forum going, results also in advertising.)
...and no, I don't think it is the same as being a monthly donor either. :)
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(Donation of money amount to help keep the forum going, results also in advertising.)
Yup. That right there is what keeps you out of the club. :'(
Fly
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Lots of new members in the last 60+ days so I thought I would revive this great idea that someone ::) came up with.
Fly
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Lots of new members in the last 60+ days so I thought I would revive this great idea that someone ::) came up with.
Fly
Thanks for the nudge, Fly. I've been meaning to do this for awhile now and I figured that I could cut at least one or two trips to McFastFoodOverPricedJunk for lunch.
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Thanks for the nudge, Fly. I've been meaning to do this for awhile now and I figured that I could cut at least one or two trips to McFastFoodOverPricedJunk for lunch.
Awesome! Another satisfied customer that sees the genius in my plan. ;D
Thank you AWick for supporting an organization which is vital to our rights.
(http://nebraskafirearms.org/forum/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=7687.0;attach=2230;image)
Fly
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We are on a roll now!
Fly
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Once I get caught back up on some bills, I will be donating with what I may have left over.
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Once I get caught back up on some bills, I will be donating with what I may have left over.
WHY WAIT! Give up a happy meal, pack of cigarettes, two domestic/one import beer, or the fu-fu coffee/tea drink once a month and...voila! You have $5 free for the NFOA or the NFOA PAF. ;D
Fly
In case you haven't read this entire thread...I must warn you that I am relentless, though abbafandr's wife would say I was nagging. :laugh:
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OnTheFly: Question?
Just how does a person make a change(s) to their donation information on Piryx. Here’s the situation/problem. Out of the Blue my credit card company sent me a new card. Now I need to go to all my accounts that auto deduct whatever amounts, including Piryx for the NFOA and change the credit card number. I’ve looked over all the Piryx information and I don’t see any place where a person can change anything, including no place to cancel if one desired to do so for whatever reasons. It looks to me like the Piryx form needs to be modified or have some place where changes can be made by individuals without having to talk with a person or whatever needs to happen. If you don’t know the answer, please point me in the right direction. Thanks, Bill
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Bill,
I would send an email to Chris Zeeb, NFOA Treasurer, at chrisz@NebraskaFirearms.org and/or you could send an email to Piryx at support@piryx.com.
Fly
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Looks like I'm #25!
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Looks like I'm #25!
Mud...you have FINALLY arrived. You are actually #26 since the poll does not include the "vote" of the individual who is viewing the thread.
Fly
(http://nebraskafirearms.org/forum/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=7687.0;attach=2232;image)
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Maybe we should have "Cool Kid Club" patches made. ;D
Fly
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The "cool kids" should be decked out in 5.11 clothing.
And the patch needs to mention something about mom's basement being the clubhouse.
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OnTheFly: Question?
Just how does a person make a change(s) to their donation information on Piryx. Here’s the situation/problem. Out of the Blue my credit card company sent me a new card. Now I need to go to all my accounts that auto deduct whatever amounts, including Piryx for the NFOA and change the credit card number. I’ve looked over all the Piryx information and I don’t see any place where a person can change anything, including no place to cancel if one desired to do so for whatever reasons. It looks to me like the Piryx form needs to be modified or have some place where changes can be made by individuals without having to talk with a person or whatever needs to happen. If you don’t know the answer, please point me in the right direction. Thanks, Bill
Quoted from Piryx Help page
If a donor needs a refund, or needs to cancel their donation, what do I do?
If a donor requests to cancel their donation or recurring donation, or wants a refund, those requests can only be handled on our side. Contact us at billing@piryx.com, and send us the donor’s information, including their last name, amount, and last four digits of their card, and we’ll accommodate that request. If needed, we may ask for other information. We keep the account owner CC’d on any correspondences regarding billing as much as possible. For these requests, we will credit the Donor their donation and will debit your account for the full donation amount.
Occasionally, the donor will contact Piryx directly regarding refunds and cancelation requests. In the event a donor a needs to refund a payment, they should contact the organization first. The organization can then contact us for final resolution.
If the donor inadvertently submitted a duplicate donation, they can contact us directly for a refund. Also, if there is a pending recurring payment that has not processed, the donor can contact us directly to cancel future payments. However, for previous payments, the donor will need to contact the organization to resolve the matter.
Bill, I would ask Piryx Billing to cancel the current recurring payment and then when that is handled you can start new one if you so choose.
If that fails, and you need to have NFOA try and resolved the matter, you can contact President Wesley D or Treasurer Chris Z
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Mud...you have FINALLY arrived. You are actually #26 since the poll does not include the "vote" of the individual who viewing the thread.
Thanks for clarifying the count.
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Thanks Dan, I sent Piryx an email at billing@piryx.com last night and they responded today. I explained the situation to them and they cancelled my credit card donation so I could resubmit it with the new credit card number I received. Process worked okay and shouldn't be any interruption in my monthly NFOA donation. Cheers, Bill
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I'm in. Wish it could be more.
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patrickdm,
You should know that your action of supporting the NFOA has not only gained my respect, you have also gained Chuck's respect.
(http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l484/OnTheFly64/Chuck_Norris_Approves_zpsb0200ddf.gif) (http://s1120.photobucket.com/user/OnTheFly64/media/Chuck_Norris_Approves_zpsb0200ddf.gif.html)
Well done sir...WELL done.
Fly
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I'm in. Wish it could be more.
But that's the whole point. It doesn't need to be more, if more people would see the light. If EVERYONE made just a small donation each month, the NFOA would be able to do so much more to protect our rights.
Fly
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I see your point Fly. If there are still 1400 members on the forum alone a single $1 a month from everyone would put some funds in the can to support all kinds of things. We're almost at a 2% participation rate and that is very low. Us Nebraskan's are a generous bunch I'm sure the rate will grow. If the site is a non profit can the contributions be deducted?
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If the site is a non profit can the contributions be deducted?
Unfortunately...no.
From the NFOA donation page (http://nebraskafirearms.org/contribute/ (http://nebraskafirearms.org/contribute/))...
NFOA is an IRS 501(c)4 non profit organization. Donations are not tax deductible
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WHOA...WHOA...WHOA!
All of a sudden there are 28 monthly donors. Whoever Mr./Ms. 28 is, please step up and take credit for your generous act. While you're at it, you can profess the genius of my plan.
Fly
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Question....is it possible to request our monthly donation be used by the NFOA-PAF?
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Good question BK. I have been preaching lately that the PAF is going to need to get busy this next go around. We have a chance to right some wrongs, as it were. and that takes money used in a different from other than Lobbying- which is what this money Fly is so subtly soliciting, can only be used for.
I will ask the heads and see what can be done there.
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The PAF has it's own separate donation link. I will get it posted here once I get a chance to look it up, need my computer for that.
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The PAF has it's own separate donation link. I will get it posted here once I get a chance to look it up, need my computer for that.
Here you go!
https://secure.piryx.com/donate/aKjH1KXH/NFOA-PAF/website-donation-page
Let me clarify my request for monthly donations. Whether you are donating to the NFOA or the NFOA PAF (Political Action Fund), you are doing your part to protect your 2A rights. Donating to either of these qualifies you to vote in this thread AND be a member of the cool kids club. So donate monthly (preferably) or even once in a while, but JUST DONATE!
On a related note...if you are currently set up for an automatic monthly donation to the NFOA, but you think the money would be better utilized by the NFOA PAF, then you can cancel your monthly donation by contacting Pyrex, and then start a new one with the PAF.
It is your choice, just do it already!
Fly
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+1
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Just a quick note to encourage others. I support local Christian radio and it costs more to do that than to support the local organization that supports my right to own a gun. How hard is that to figure out?
C'mon people, it's just that easy.
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Just a quick note to encourage others. I support local Christian radio and it costs more to do that than to support the local organization that supports my right to own a gun. How hard is that to figure out?
C'mon people, it's just that easy.
Thanks waroche. Each of our members needs to understand the importance of this concept. All of us joined the NFOA because we want to secure our 2A rights, but sadly most of us aren't willing to give the NFOA the teeth to continue the fight, as witnessed by the poor response to this thread.
Thanks again,
Fly
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I signed up to donate $5.00/month. I am a member of several other 2A groups, but I think its important to support a local organization. Keep up the good work!
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I signed up to donate $5.00/month. I am a member of several other 2A groups, but I think its important to support a local organization. Keep up the good work!
Jon...THANK YOU For your support! It is because of people like you that our rights will continue to be protected. Now if only the other 98% of the NFOA members were as smart as you and I, just think what we could do.
Fly
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Thanks for posting the link to donate to the NFOA-PAF Fly. I signed up for a monthly donation for them too today.
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Thanks for posting the link to donate to the NFOA-PAF Fly. I signed up for a monthly donation for them too today.
Thanks Patrick...did you change your vote to reflect the total amount you are donating?
Fly
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I have now. Thanks for that.
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I have now. Thanks for that.
Absolutely NOT sir...thank YOU!
Fly
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Bumpity bump bump.
Fly
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Done & Done! Just signed up for a $10/monthly contribution!
I just joined the NFOA in July 2013 & made my first forum post in November...
I figured out a creative way to make a donation without it impacting my bank account! I will have donated over $300 in my first year of membership & now I'm signed up for the monthly contributions!
Hey, if a new guy can do it so can YOU! I work in construction & I am by no means wealthy...I just give where I can & I feel very passionately about my second amendment rights!
I also feel that my hard earned money is best served right here in Nebraska! GrassRoots! On the ground level fighting for what I believe in!
BUMP this post! If you haven't already....join the fight & let's help 'on the fly guy' reach his goal of $1 million dollars in the NFOA coffers!
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$5 or $10 a month is the equivalent of one less pack of smokes, 6 pack of beer, or fast food meal. Surely you can give up one of those a month to donate and protect your rights? You'll be healthier and you'll feel good about helping a good cause.
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Yeah, but just think about the Bacon that would buy......
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31 Monthly Donors!
The numbers are in and they are astounding!
Forum members donating monthly = 1.427%
NFOA members donating monthly = 0.424%
And by "astounding", I mean dismally shocking that such a low percentage of our members support the principle that the NFOA stands for, but they won't support it financially. Even with a dismally low monthly donation that will not be noticed. :'(
Here is an interesting excerpt from the April 2014 NFOA board meeting...
Treasurers Report
Beginning Book balance 3/1/14 – $17,318.06
Total Expenditures – $4,025.93
- One debit $38.96 for Benchmark Email
- One debit $91.33 for Apis (web/domain)
- One debit $602.69 Print Direct for brochure printing
- One debit $40.00 Print Direct for brochure printing
- One check $3,252.95 to Husch Blackwell for Legal services
Total Deposits – $610.11
Ending Book balance 3/31/14 – $13,902.24
So in one month, the NFOA had to pay an expense that exceeds what we are currently brining in via the monthly donations. When I was young and naive, I thought that airplanes flew because of, engines, lifting surfaces (a.k.a. wings), lift to drag ratios, pilots, etc. Little did I know that what makes airplanes fly is really money and paperwork. Same here folks. We don't get much done to protect our rights without some greenbacks giving our bark some bite.
Can we talk for a moment? Look..I understand. I REALLY do. You already donate to other gun groups, you try to be a good ambassador for gun owners, but you just don't have the time to commit to any volunteer work with the NFOA. I get it. I'm in the same boat, but did you know that some of the most successful battles to protect our 2A rights are won on a state level? While the national fight is nearly stagnant, we must continue to gain (or at least hold our) ground here in Nebraska so we don't become the next New York or Colorado. Colorado...that is literally and figuratively very close to home.
You have joined the NFOA, but now won't you please join the fight?
Fly
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Yet another BUMP!!!
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Done & Done! Just signed up for a $10/monthly contribution!
I forgot to add...
Thank you jFade for taking a stand with the NFOA. Your testament to the importance of supporting the NFOA is an important message for all non-participants to heed. As you also stated, you don't have to be rich to participate in the monthly donation. $5 a month will hardly be noticed by most of us.
Thanks again!
Fly
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An additional reminder. There are two different donations you can make. You can send money to the NFOA, or the NFOA Political Action Fund (NFOA PAF).
Click HERE (https://secure.piryx.com/donate/TlWMl9HL/NFOA/) to open the donation page for the NFOA
Click HERE (http://www.nfoapaf.org/) to read about the NFOA PAF and/or make a donation
If you are planning on donating $10 or more per month, you could set up a $5 donation to each. Your choice, but the important thing is that you do SOMETHING.
Fly
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Thanks again!
Fly
Yesssir....I have been practicing my open carry out to the mailbox every hour since making the monthly donation earlier......just waiting for my 'cool kids' patch in the mail!
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just waiting for my 'cool kids' patch in the mail!
We should do that, but then that would probably break the NFOA's measly budget and negate any collections resulting from this thread. :laugh:
Fly
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Someone snuck in here and became donor number 32. Who was that? Step up and take the recognition you deserve!
Fly
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Someone snuck in here and became donor number 32. Who was that? Step up and take the recognition you deserve!
Fly
I signed up to make a monthly donation yesterday. I realized that I had a few dollars to spare each month and that it was time to do my part.
Thank you all for fighting to protect our rights!
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I signed up to make a monthly donation yesterday. I realized that I had a few dollars to spare each month and that it was time to do my part.
Thank you all for fighting to protect our rights!
Thank you RedBird! You are now officially cool.
Fly
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Take a stand with the NFOA!
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/23036525/NFOA%20Donation%20Totals.pdf)
I have gone back through the prior 8 pages of this thread and tried to glean the names of all the cool kids in the monthly donation club. I know I'm missing some here. Possibly due to my errors in recording, but also because I believe there are a few that set up a donation, then voted, but didn't post their name. So I apologize for missing anyone. If you DID donate and vote, please let me know so we can get your name on the list. If you donated but did NOT vote, please vote and let us know who you are.
gigabelly wusker bkoenig
Greybeard Gary abbafandr
WESchultz Jutty farmerbob
Hank Neeco Ghost
whatsit greg58 CliffD
Lorimor minnowmaker Skooter
kozball AWick Mudinyeri
patrickdm waroche jon-schram
jFade RedBird OnTheFly
Fly
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(http://nebraskafirearms.org/forum/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=7687.0;attach=3302;image)
Which is it going to be?
Fly
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I was just reading a recent post about a fight that is close to home.
http://nebraskafirearms.org/forum/index.php/topic,13237.0/topicseen.html (http://nebraskafirearms.org/forum/index.php/topic,13237.0/topicseen.html)
The state of Kansas finally makes some huge progress in solidifying 2A rights, and now they are under attack.
My question to you is, how are these fights won? When I was a young and naive pilot I thought that airplanes flew because of a combination of aerodynamics, power plants, and the interaction of the pilot. Come to find out what makes airplanes fly is paperwork and money.
In much the same way the battles to defend our Second Amendment rights are not won because we all join a pro-gun organization and chat it up with like minded people on a forum. It takes money to simply hold our ground, let alone to push for advancements in securing our rights.
You may think that the NRA, CCRKAB, SAF, etc are going to fight our battles for us, but they are focused on larger national issues. It is the responsibility of Nebraskan's to prepare for the fight.
My follow up question...what have YOU done to support the NFOA?
Fly
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+1. Couldn't have said it better, Fly.
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Another one snuck in under the wire. We have 34 members who have committed to monthly donations.
Does anyone want to take the credit for this selfless act?
Fly
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34 members! WhoHoo! With the current # of Nebraska CHP holders around 35,000 that means that we have 1 monthly donor for every 1,000 people legally carrying concealed in our great state!
Now that I am the treasurer for the NFOA.....instead of continuing to donate online like I have been, I am going to mail a check from my house to the PO box just so I can get excited! :P
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Now that I am the treasurer for the NFOA.....instead of continuing to donate online like I have been, I am going to mail a check from my house to the PO box just so I can get excited!
Ya know... Somehow I can see you doing just that. :)
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Lot's of new members so thought I would bump this up to the top of the stack.
COME ON FOLKS! Let's support the NFOA with more than our lip service.
Fly
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You guys are right donated and donating. Hope it helps
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You guys are right donated and donating. Hope it helps
TJ,
Did you set up a monthly donation? If so, how much?
Fly
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Yea, $10 a month. Only reason I said anything was hoping the thread would get bumped to the top. maybe others would donate also. Frankly I never really thought about it until I found this thread. It showed the resources that the NFOA would have if everyone donated a dollar a month. That would be pretty amazing.
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TJ thanks for stepping up, I have not donated for a while and will see if it is in my budget.
Greg
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Yea, $10 a month. Only reason I said anything was hoping the thread would get bumped to the top. maybe others would donate also. Frankly I never really thought about it until I found this thread. It showed the resources that the NFOA would have if everyone donated a dollar a month. That would be pretty amazing.
Thanks for joining the cause helping us (the FEW of us) support a great organization...could I ask you to do one more thing? Could you vote in the poll so that it correctly depicts how many people are making a monthly donation?
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/23036525/NFOA%20Donation%20Totals.pdf)
We have 35 members who have committed to monthly donations. That's a whopping $4,104 per year for the NFOA to fight our battles for us.
Anyone else want to help the NFOA secure OUR rights?
Thanks,
Fly
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Ok...I just noticed something on the poll. Someone selected $100 per month? Is that correct?
If so, could whoever did that confirm it here? If they don't want to be known, could they send me a PM to confirm it? I will keep their (forum) identity secret.
Thanks,
Fly
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I made a single donation of $50 a few days ago because I always like doing that better than committing to monthly. I'll be doing it again when I can. I know budgeting is easier if you have monthly commitments, but for some of us giving here and there instead of monthly works better. Only a relatively few giving monthly doesn't look good. But how many give larger amounts one or a few times? Just curious.
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I made a single donation of $50 a few days ago because I always like doing that better than committing to monthly. I'll be doing it again when I can. I know budgeting is easier if you have monthly commitments, but for some of us giving here and there instead of monthly works better. Only a relatively few giving monthly doesn't look good. But how many give larger amounts one or a few times? Just curious.
@depserv Thank you for doing what you can. I would be tickled pink if there were a ton of posts like yours stating that they give money to the cause on a semi–regular basis. I do not mean to demean anyone for not doing a regular monthly donation. Everyone runs their finances differently, but for many people, if they don't set up a regular payment, it gets put on the back burner. If you are organized enough to make sure it happens, not every month, but on a reasonably regular basis, good for you. Though the great thing about monthly donations is that I can tally them into a nice little table and post the results for everyone to see our progress.
For the rest of you, as I already stated in an earlier post, a $5/month donation is not going to be noticed by most of us. JUST once a month...$5...the price of a Venti mocha non-fat no foam extra hot latte at Starbucks, a pack of cigarettes, or a couple of your favorite draft beers.
JUST...FIVE...DOLLARS
Fly
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I drink expensive beer so I sprung for 10.
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I drink expensive beer so I sprung for 10.
;)
Maybe you should switch to expensive scotch and up your donation. :laugh:
Fly
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Hey all! Sorry I've been away for so long. My auto debit stopped working so I'll be looking at starting it again soon. Things have been quite busy for me and I've finally started to get my head above water here lately!
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Hey all! Sorry I've been away for so long. My auto debit stopped working so I'll be looking at starting it again soon. Things have been quite busy for me and I've finally started to get my head above water here lately!
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Glad to hear it!
Fly
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Glad to hear it!
Fly
Done and done! Yay, now I can be back in the cool kid's group!
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Done and done! Yay, now I can be back in the cool kid's group!
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You are back in!
Fly
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We had some issues with Pyrix and monthly recurring donation ceased to be processed for a couple months.
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We had some issues with Pyrix and monthly recurring donation ceased to be processed for a couple months.
Gotcha! More to that, my expiration date changed on my old card and that recurring donation should be stopped, if it hasn't already since it should have been denied.
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Does that mean that the monthly Pyrix deduction situation has been fixed and will resume in October?
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So I am one of those odd folks who doesn't like anyone accessing my account until I want to pay a bill.
Thus I avoid recurring automatic payments.
So here is my NFOA solution. Every day I empty my pockets of change before bed, and drop the coins into a large jar.
I decided to take the jar to the bank and donate the proceeds to the NFOA, did I mention it is a large jar? Actually it is one of those 5 gallon water bottles.
43.5# of change came out to $318.00 of painless donation to NFOA and NFOA/PAF.
So if you don't want to sign up for monthly deductions, start throwing your pocket change toward defending your gun rights.
Greg58