Dear Hurricane Watch Net listener and/or web visitor,
Fortunately, our last brutal hurricane season was in 2005, with subsequent years yielding relatively non-consequential tropical storm activity in the Atlantic basin and through the Gulf of Mexico. Unfortunately, the forecast for the 2011 hurricane season calls for above average tropical activity. That means the resources of the Hurricane Watch Net will be put to the test of providing essential emergency communications support to the National Hurricane Center, and keeping our viewing public well informed. As those requirements continue to mount, then so does our reliance on support from our customer base.

This note is an effort to remind our served public that we continue to require your assistance not only during our real-time performance during the hurricane season, but equally as important is our effort during the off season to educate, train, and equip ourselves to better serve when our time of action arrives.   In spite of all the generous public contributions in response to our plea for financial assistance to date, plus a couple of small grants supplied by Corporate America, we remain ever thankful and appreciative for every single contribution, no matter how large or small it may be.

With each year we discover new and improved data delivery methods and new storm related information to better serve you, our viewing public. Consequently, our list of new, state-of-art software and Internet delivery vehicles seems never ending. All of that of course, comes with a cost which we must somehow seek assistance to cover. Your contributions are appreciated and needed to supply the endless list of updated software and associated mission-critical storm data delivery systems.

As a reminder, in 2005 we acquired tax exempt status under IRS 501(c)(3) provisions.  You might consult your tax accountant to determine if your donation qualifies for a tax deduction.

If you truly appreciate the services that we provide, and if you would like to continue to have a hand in helping to promote our effectiveness and success, we would certainly be thankful for your financial support.  Also, if you are associated with or know of business entities with an interest in our future, please either forward contact information to us, or invite them to contact us for possible access to their grants for community service.  Contact myself, Kirk Harding either at the address below, or via e-mail at k6kar@hwn.org.

If you wish to contribute via PayPal at link below, or please remit your personal check, certified check, or money order payable to:

Hurricane Watch Net, Inc.
401 Roscomman Blvd.
Niceville, FL 32578-4908

Alternatively, for those who prefer, we have set up the following PayPal donation link.

A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE.  REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.  REFER TO FLORIDA REGISTRATION NUMBER CH17925


You will receive a personal email note of gratitude to confirm your contribution.  Additionally, we have posted a special page on our web site to recognize all who have given to support our volunteer efforts.

With our sincere appreciation for you financial support we thank you.

If you would like to know more about the Hurricane Watch Net please visit “ Who We Are”.

Kirk Harding
Treasurer Elect
Hurricane Watch Net, Inc.