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Title: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: VladTepes on Friday, 20 September 2019, 10:31 AM
Hello all,

Last year quite a few members generously donated toward the cost of running the ORG.

As those $ have largely been expended, we invite all members to make a contribution but it is entirely optional.

This place continues to go from strength to strength and we have a great community of engaged people here.


Background

I'd like you members to understand how much (or how little, depending on your point of view) it is costing me financially to run this place.

I do this for three reasons:

1. It's YOUR forum. I'm an open book, so to speak. Nothing to hide from members.
2. This is a non-profit exercise. ALL money will go back into the running of the forum; and
3. It's possible some people think the running costs are higher than they actually are, based on previous experience...

So here 'tis:  (These figures are from last year. I'll update when I can but they are pretty close to the mark)

Domain Name Registration for gsx1400owners.org AUD$14.99 per annum.
Alternate domain name registrations: TBA
Web Hosting Service  AUD$9.95 per month.
Paid SMF mods and add-ons: SMF Gallery Pro  AUD $69  p.a

Total Annual Costs (ongoing) AUD $203.39 or approx GBP £117

(Later in 2020 we will need to migrate to an updated version of the forum software. While the software is free we may need a few additional paid 'plugins' to get it as we like.  The good news there is that we'll get the forum looking better than ever and also more secure).

You'll note the financial recompense to the 'owner' (me, technically speaking), admins, and moderators is NIL, and that's the way it will stay. 

I know I also speak on behalf of @gsxbarmy @Proteous @Andre and @KiwiCol  when I say that we do this voluntarily because we love this place and want to see it thrive.

You members are our motivation, and the GSX1400 our muse.

FAQ

Q: How do I go about donating?
A: Patience young Jedi! Read on !

Q: Is donating compulsory?
A: Hell no.

Q: If I donate what extra benefits will I get?
A: None.

Q: No really, if I donate I must get something?
A: Oh alright then - you'll get the words "Forum Donor 2020" underneath your name next to your posts.

Q: And...
A: A warm fuzzy feeling inside.

Q: I see (because I read ahead) that you are only accepting donations via paypal. Why is that?
A: For practical reasons.
  1. The account is in Australia so direct deposit from the UK (for example) would be prohibitively expensive.
  2. It allows all the donations to be easily tracked & verified.
  3. It facilitates currency exchange

Q: I don't have a paypal account. What can I do?
A: It's pretty easy to set one up, but if you really don't have or want one, perhaps a friend might be able to use theirs on your behalf.
     You can now also pay using a credit card via paypal.
   
Q: I want to donate but I can only really afford a few dollars. Is that OK?
A: Of course! It all adds up and as noted the costs aren't massive so even a small amount DOES make a worthwhile contribution.  Nobody will know the amount of your donation anyway so none of that matters.

Q: I love this place, but I genuinely can't afford to donate anything, sorry.
A: That's absolutely fine. There is no expectation to donate, and you won't miss out on anything if you don't.

Q: This place sucks. Give you my money? Hell no! What are you going to do about it?
A: Nothing. That's fine too.

Q: Are donations only now or can I do it any time?
A: No hurry. Any day/month/year that suits you is fine, of course. We'll be here.

Q: Is it tax deductible?
A. Ah, no.

Q: So what's the process?
A: OK then here you are...

How to Donate

Log into your paypal account, or go to the paypal home page.
Select send money - select 'To family and friends'
Send to: admin@gsx1400owners.org
Please state your forum username (and real name if you wish) in the reference/ text option.

You may also wish to follow up by sending me (VladTepes) a PM to confirm, or post that you have made a donation in this thread. (don't state the amount)
I'll keep an eye out for it, and when the money is received, I'll add the custom title 'Forum Donor 2020' to your profile.

Thank you. 


Please free to comment / ask any questions you like, below.

Our balance?

I don't plan on keeping a running tally updated on here, too much like hard work.
But in the interests of transparency if you have any questions regarding forum finances send me a PM and I'll let you know.


- VladTepes



To our members:   :notworthy: :onya:


Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Speedy1959 on Friday, 20 September 2019, 04:36 PM
Dosh sent..
Wow that "warm fuzzy feeling" is just too intense!!
:whistling:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: mlivkovich on Friday, 20 September 2019, 04:50 PM
Donation sent, fuzzy feeling coming..... :cheers:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: steve porter on Friday, 20 September 2019, 04:58 PM
done
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: grog on Friday, 20 September 2019, 05:29 PM
Will do soon Vlad. No Probs. Do we add 10% for your Super.
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Notty on Friday, 20 September 2019, 05:57 PM
Done  :)
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Will14 on Friday, 20 September 2019, 06:41 PM
Donation sent, thanks to all involved for their input making this great place work  :worshippy:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Bob on Friday, 20 September 2019, 07:44 PM
Sent something, great forum, fantastic info, thanks to all admins & mods
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: northern on Friday, 20 September 2019, 07:46 PM
something from me also
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Suzuki boi on Friday, 20 September 2019, 08:57 PM
Will stick a few Bob in on payday.
My gsx 1400 wouldn't be running without this site.
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Blubber on Friday, 20 September 2019, 11:42 PM
Done.

With a special message  :imrgreen: ( to keep it special.... i didn't include my screen name  :happy1: )
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Globalrider on Saturday, 21 September 2019, 04:00 AM
Keep up the good work Mike!
Funds sent! :hat:
Cheers
Stan
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Mrg on Saturday, 21 September 2019, 05:23 AM
Will send money on the 25 mate  :cheers:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: grog on Saturday, 21 September 2019, 06:34 PM
Sent enough for a coffee Vlad. A big one. Pay Pal charge is 3.6%.Easy, fast, never had a prob with many transactions.
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Snapey on Sunday, 22 September 2019, 02:31 AM
Quote from: grog on Saturday, 21 September  2019, 06:34 PM
Sent enough for a coffee Vlad. A big one. Pay Pal charge is 3.6%.Easy, fast, never had a prob with many transactions.

It cost me nothing Grog. Maybe you need to reset your account.
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: grog on Sunday, 22 September 2019, 07:59 AM
Thanks Snapey, will do.
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: VladTepes on Sunday, 22 September 2019, 02:49 PM
Thank you everyone. I'll get to adding the forum donor thing when I get a chance I'm busy a &&&& this weekend.

:onya: :onya: :onya: :clapping: :clapping:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Irish in Oz on Sunday, 22 September 2019, 10:39 PM
Done.
@Snapey You probably payed by Item or Service in with case the forum pays you Old Coot.
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Snapey on Sunday, 22 September 2019, 11:16 PM
This is what I read Jeff.

Sending money – Personal payments:
There are no fees within Australia to send money to family and friends when you use only your PayPal balance or bank account, or a combination of your PayPal balance and bank account.


Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Irish in Oz on Monday, 23 September 2019, 01:25 AM
Snapey are you in credit in your Paypal account.
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Snapey on Monday, 23 September 2019, 02:14 AM
Quote from: Irish in Oz on Monday, 23 September  2019, 01:25 AM
Snapey are you in credit in your Paypal account.

Yes ... is that bad?
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Irish in Oz on Monday, 23 September 2019, 02:44 AM
Quote from: Snapey on Monday, 23 September  2019, 02:14 AM
Quote from: Irish in Oz on Monday, 23 September  2019, 01:25 AM
Snapey are you in credit in your Paypal account.

Yes ... is that bad?

I thought so that's why you didn't pay fees like Grog and myself, I donated $1 and paid $9.50 in fees.
Now that will probably make you feel better because for me that is not good but I'll claim it back in tax  ;)
Better to put your paypal money in my off shore account, phone me and I'll give you the detail's, I'll wait up late tonight will be good to hear from you.
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Snapey on Monday, 23 September 2019, 06:20 AM
Quote from: Irish in Oz on Monday, 23 September  2019, 02:44 AM
Better to put your paypal money in my off shore account, phone me and I'll give you the detail's, I'll wait up late tonight will be good to hear from you.

Why aren't you answering your phone Jeff?
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Sweaty on Monday, 23 September 2019, 08:32 AM
Money sent Mike & thanks to you and all the Admins for the great Forum.
For us Aussie's. If you click, "send to friend" you pay a small fee. My $10 cost me $10.56, rather than, "Pay for a service" which means the recipient/business will pay a larger fee.
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: VladTepes on Wednesday, 25 September 2019, 01:52 PM
OK all - we've had 18 generous donors so far.  :onya: :clapping: :notworthy:

Most have given their usernames but some only real names.

For those whose usernames, I know I have modded your custom title to 'Forum Donor 2020'

If you have donated but you're not showing as a 2020 donor, please PM me with your real name and username , and I'll get that sorted (and update my records) accordingly.

Thanks
Vlad
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: KiwiCol on Wednesday, 25 September 2019, 03:44 PM
Done Mike.  Bit the bullet & paid their 40% fee.
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Irish in Oz on Wednesday, 25 September 2019, 05:36 PM
Quote from: Snapey on Monday, 23 September  2019, 06:20 AM
Quote from: Irish in Oz on Monday, 23 September  2019, 02:44 AM
Better to put your paypal money in my off shore account, phone me and I'll give you the detail's, I'll wait up late tonight will be good to hear from you.

Why aren't you answering your phone Jeff?

Because you tried to reverse the charges.
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: KiwiCol on Thursday, 10 October 2019, 05:14 AM
Bump, we're still accepting contributions. . .
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: seth on Thursday, 10 October 2019, 05:20 AM
I'll finally get my donation sorted this weekend xxx
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: froudy on Thursday, 10 October 2019, 06:12 PM
Donation sent :onya:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: seth on Wednesday, 13 November 2019, 04:36 AM
Not got my badge site supporter thing on my profile.
Glad all is sorted and thing back running smoothly  :boogie: :onya:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: KiwiCol on Wednesday, 13 November 2019, 05:27 AM
Me neither . . .
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: froudy on Wednesday, 13 November 2019, 06:12 AM
Me neither  :imrgreen:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Chrisl on Wednesday, 13 November 2019, 06:53 AM
Nor me .....
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: grog on Wednesday, 13 November 2019, 07:11 AM
Me either
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Notty on Wednesday, 13 November 2019, 07:13 AM
Mine shows ok  :)
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: mlivkovich on Wednesday, 13 November 2019, 07:34 AM
Me neither
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: VladTepes on Wednesday, 13 November 2019, 09:06 AM
I'll follow those up in the next few days lads. Cheers
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Kiwifruit on Wednesday, 13 November 2019, 12:12 PM
Nor me.....   :)
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: steve porter on Wednesday, 13 November 2019, 01:13 PM
nope
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: MarkN on Thursday, 14 November 2019, 04:34 AM
nor me  :smile2:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: VladTepes on Friday, 15 November 2019, 01:10 PM
Quote from: grog on Wednesday, 13 November  2019, 07:11 AM
Me either

Others are correct but I haven't changed anything since you posted and I can see you're not.  :)   :stir:

Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: VladTepes on Friday, 15 November 2019, 01:45 PM
OK I've updated the following people.

@mlivkovich
@steve porter
@Blubber
@Sweaty
@KiwiCol
@froudy
@seth
@Chrisl
@Kiwifruit
@MarkN

:notworthy:

If anyone who has made a payment STILL has not been credited, please let me know so I can sort that out!
Thanks

:onya:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: froudy on Friday, 15 November 2019, 02:06 PM
Thanks @VladTepes  :boogie:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: seth on Friday, 15 November 2019, 04:44 PM
Cheers buddy  :cheers:
Long live the org  :cheers:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: grog on Friday, 15 November 2019, 07:08 PM
Mines all good, magician Vlad.  :clapping:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: MarkN on Friday, 15 November 2019, 08:15 PM
Good man, how do you find time to work!  :notworthy:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Blubber on Friday, 15 November 2019, 08:41 PM
 :hat:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Kiwifruit on Saturday, 16 November 2019, 05:15 AM
Thanks Vlad.........you do a great job mate  :hat:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Chrisl on Saturday, 16 November 2019, 09:34 AM
Thanks very much !
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Yoda on Saturday, 16 November 2019, 07:13 PM
Donation sent an well worth it I may add 👍
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: VladTepes on Sunday, 17 November 2019, 12:23 AM
@Yoda updated :)
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Big Geordi on Saturday, 04 January 2020, 05:35 PM
Sent a couple of quid but forgot to put my 14 name to it!! :doh:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: VladTepes on Sunday, 05 January 2020, 12:57 AM
@Big Geordi  @Milts updated. Cheers lads  :onya:


OK so we've had some donations but I'm unsure as to who they are from (forum username).
If you've donated money this year (2020) or last year (2019) and the words 'Forum Donor 2020' do not appear with your avatar please PM me with your real name and forum name so I can match up and appropriately credit you.

Here's a reminder if you may be on the list - initials are real name (or as per paypal at any rate)

Date 20 & 21 Sep 2019
R.T.C.
M.N.
R.V.
M.I.
S.P.

Thanks

Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: BbigMmac on Monday, 13 January 2020, 02:11 AM
Also done, keep up the good work!
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Mrg on Monday, 13 January 2020, 05:39 AM
Just sent you mine mate  and thank you for all that you do mate  :onya:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Boa on Monday, 13 January 2020, 06:58 AM
Donated........

Hate PP, so let me know if nowt arrives :)
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: VladTepes on Monday, 13 January 2020, 04:54 PM
Thanks I'll keep an eye out.
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Big Geordi on Sunday, 02 January 2022, 06:55 PM
Just made a wee contribution  :cheers:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: grog on Monday, 03 January 2022, 07:37 PM
Vlad, forgotten how to contribute.
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: gsxbarmy on Tuesday, 04 January 2022, 08:40 AM
Quote from: grog on Monday, 03 January  2022, 07:37 PM
Vlad, forgotten how to contribute.

@grog look back at the first post in this thread and it has details about 3/4 of the way down that thread. Extract for reference:

How to Donate

Log into your paypal account, or go to the paypal home page.
Select send money - select 'To family and friends'
Send to: admin@gsx1400owners.org
Please state your forum username (and real name if you wish) in the reference/ text option.

You may also wish to follow up by sending me (VladTepes) a PM to confirm, or post that you have made a donation in this thread. (don't state the amount)
I'll keep an eye out for it, and when the money is received, I'll add the custom title 'Forum Donor 2020' to your profile.

Thank you.

@VladTepes  for reference
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: Kiwifruit on Tuesday, 04 January 2022, 11:19 AM
Donation sent.       :onya:
Title: Re: Donations towards cost of maintaining the Owner's ORG 2019 / 2020
Post by: VladTepes on Monday, 10 January 2022, 10:58 PM
Thank you that's very generous  :onya:

I think there have been a couple of donations., Would those kind enough to have done so please send the info (amount) to me via private message so I can update my records and your avatar thing accordingly?

Ta.

Locking this thread.  New thread for 2022 here:
https://gsx1400owners.org/forum/index.php?topic=6662

Thank you again.