ARES/RACES Broward County, Florida
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Help us continue our mission to serve Broward County during its most critical times. Every dollar helps keep our communication networks strong, reliable, and ready for deployment at a moment’s notice.
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Support Emergency Communications in Times of Crisis
- Living in a disaster-prone zone like South Florida—especially with hurricane season fast approaching—means preparation is key. One vital part of that preparation is emergency communication. That’s where ARES and RACES come in.
- We are currently accepting donations to help cover the cost of our new ARES/RACES website domain and hosting services. Your support enables us to stay connected, stay prepared, and serve Broward County when it matters most.
Who We Are
- ARES (Amateur Radio Emergency Service) and RACES (Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service) are public service organizations made up of licensed amateur radio operators. These dedicated volunteers provide essential communications support during emergencies—when traditional systems fail or are overwhelmed.
Why Support Us?
- We are 100% volunteer-based.
- We provide life-saving communications during hurricanes, floods, and other disasters.
- Your donation ensures that we remain technically ready and operational.
- Funds help maintain our online resources, coordination platforms, and training systems.
About ARES & RACES
ARES (Amateur Radio Emergency Service)
- A program of the ARRL (American Radio Relay League).
- Activated by ARRL Emergency Coordinators.
- Supports government and non-profit organizations like the Red Cross.
- Flexible activation—ready to assist during public events or natural disasters.
RACES (Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service)
- A FEMA-sponsored program, authorized under FCC Part 97.
- Activated only during declared emergencies.
- Operates under direction of local civil defense officials.
- The only amateur radio service that can transmit during a War Powers Act invocation.
- Endorsed by DHS and FEMA.
Together, ARES and RACES provide a
dual-layered communications backbone
to help safeguard the people of Broward County.