Jeff Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 Now, well into its fourth year of operation, Greytalk has an established web presence. During the first two years I had taken the sole burden of all operating costs. In April of 2003 Greytalk began accepting donations after turning them down in the past. Our donation drive went very well. In the last year due to donations, we have been able to cover all monthly reoccurring operating expenses and introduce new features and options. Just some of the benefits we have seen already are: New more powerful server Reviewpost Software Visit Photopost Software (GT Support Gallery) Visit RealChat Software (our chat room) Registered version of our Forum Many server side additions to keep things running smoothly and securely. New Support Ticketing System (not ready to debut yet) Total operating expenses from April 2003 through April 2004 were $3205.10 We still have a few dollars left in our piggy bank, but it is thinning out. Just in time for our annual donation drive to kick off again. If you feel Greytalk has ever given you something to think about, saved you a trip to the vet, saved you money on food, toys, or helped you sell your own product, I'd like to ask that you please think about making a donation. I try to think of Greytalk as a magazine or an online digest. If you feel the same, please think about making a “subscription†donation. Last year we went into this blind and did not officially offer any bonus for those who made donations. I wanted to test the waters and see how the community did. You all did great, and I really appreciate it. Those who did donate know that we did in fact offer benefits even if they were not advertised. GT Support Members who make a donation are put into the GT Supporter group. In addition to taking an active role in the development of Greytalk, here are some of the additional benefits which will remain part of your profile for one year from the date of your last donation. Logo Personal Photo Gallery with full control and remote linking to the forum. A Photo Album link will also appear in your profile so members can easily find your pictures if you choose to make them public. See the Gallery HERE Edit your posts anytime, not just within 30 minutes of posting PM more than one (5) people at the same time, no more copy/paste to different users Store 100 PMs rather than 50 Avoid flood control (Posting too fast) Attach images into every forum, not just the Cute and Funny... forum. Access to a Special "GT Support" forum, for any other needs I have made 2 new links on the forum. In the upper right of the blue banner, you will see a “Make Donation†link, and also a new button at the bottom of the main page. They will take you to another information page, after which, you can make a decision whether you would like to make a donation. This year you can also check the status of your “subscriptions†You can see when they were made, what denomination, and also when they expire. Click “My Controls†then “Support Greytalk†Thank You, Jeff Rosenberg Greytalk.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Posted April 16, 2004 Author Share Posted April 16, 2004 This is also a good time to renew your GT Supporter status if you were one of the first takers last year. Today April 16th is the first day that many of the original donation “Subscriptions†start to expire. Check your account today You can check the status of your “subscriptions†You can see when they were made, what denomination, and also when they expire. Click “My Controls†then “Support Greytalk†To see a sample of what it will look like, click HERE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wonder Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 GT has been so wonderful for me this week. EVeryone has helped me so much dealing with Sparks dog bite. I want to give a donation, just have to pay his vet bill first. But I will give one. Thanks everyone! Kari and the pups.Run free sweet Hana 9/21/08-9/12/10. Missing Sparks with every breath.Passion 10/16/02-5/25/17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyTzu Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 Done deal Dude! Wendy and The Whole Wherd. American by birth, Southern by choice. "Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup!" ****OxyFresh Vendor ID is 180672239.**** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest NewMommyInRI Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 Consider it done Jeff! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jade1046 Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 Athough I'm new to the greyhound community, your site has been invaluable for someone like me. Thanks for doing a great job! My contribution is on the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Meredith Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 what exactly is a "subscription" donation, versus a "regular" donation? Is it a monthly donation, or is it a higher amount? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Posted April 16, 2004 Author Share Posted April 16, 2004 Thanks everyone what exactly is a "subscription" donation, versus a "regular" donation? Is it a monthly donation, or is it a higher amount? They are the same really, I just call it a "subscription" since we do offer benefits that expire after one year. We do not have a set donation amount, so "subscription" might also refer to the estimated cost of a magazine for those who have no idea what they would like to donate. Some have donated once per year, some all throughout the year, and some choose not to donate. It all depends on the person, and what your current situation may be. I try to make it easy, keep Greytalk going, and not make anyone feel out of place if they can only make a small donation, or none at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SarahMarie Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 (edited) I will be "renewing"! - thanks, Jeff. Edited April 16, 2004 by DeweyGreyhound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest berettagt5spd Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 Is there any way to donate without using paypal or something online as I do not have a credit card and I just closed out my checking account last week but I would love to help out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Posted April 16, 2004 Author Share Posted April 16, 2004 you can use the donation link to generate an email for a snail mail address. We have had money orders and even cash come to us through the mail service Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Posted April 16, 2004 Author Share Posted April 16, 2004 Oh, I forgot, someone asked for a pic like this Will admin/code for donations Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ProudGreyMom Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 The check is in the mail!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KaseysMom Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 I just sent mine. Thanks for everything! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ProudGreyMom Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 Oh, I forgot, someone asked for a pic like this Will admin/code for donations Excellent!!!! I always tell my boys to get a tin cup and go beg for donations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nick Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 I know I'm not due to expire for a while, but might as well do it while you're asking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjnno1 Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 OK I'm having a blonde moment... How do I just send a regular check?? You know I'm anti-pay pal and all Major & Black Jack are the BEST Doggies in the WORLD A Major Presence - MAJOR - March 10, 1999 - January 13, 2011 Little Joe - BLACK JACK - July 31, 1998 - February 8, 2011 "If you lead your life the right way, the karma will take care of itself. " - Randy Pausch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Posted April 16, 2004 Author Share Posted April 16, 2004 use the Donation link at either the top of bottom of the main page to generate an email for an address Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kjw Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 (edited) Well, I donated just last month, but I'm going to make another donation in Cody's memory "cause you guys have been so great through the whole horrible thing. edit for sp. Edited April 16, 2004 by kjw CAMP GREYHOUND Tempo (Keep the Tempo), Nora (Road Noise) & Gabe the babe (Gable Habenero), Cooper (Uncle Bud's Coop), Topper (Red Top), & Galgos Lisette & Manolito. Missing our beloved angels Cody (Kiowa My Dodie), Lou (Cantankerous Lou), Romi (FingerRoll), Connie (Devie's Concord), Millie (Djays Overhaul), Bailey (Hallo Forty nine), Andy (Iza Handy Boy, and Rocco (Ripley Rocco), Gracie (VS Megan), Eragon the Longdog, Joey (WJS Flashfire), Roy (Folly and Glory) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilysmom Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 okey dokey!!!! done!!! Thanks Jeff, just love this site!!!! Praying for all the missing greys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowjay Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 I just hopped on the bandwagon! Cody: (11/19/2000 - 1/7/2013): [CollateralDamage #92569] Cody's DogsterPretty: (11/1/1994 - 1/27/2007): [Bee's Prettyside #43811] Pretty's DogsterPinky: (4/25/2003 - 3/17/2014): [Wagtail Resolve #19753]Click here to learn how to find your hounds racing name, pedigree and racing history! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Posted April 16, 2004 Author Share Posted April 16, 2004 Thanks everyone, today has been a stellar donation day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest eastcancoast Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 Fast and painless, thanks Jeff! Love the pic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowjay Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 Thank you Jeff, for all the hard work and giving us a place for us greyhound junkies to loiter. Cody: (11/19/2000 - 1/7/2013): [CollateralDamage #92569] Cody's DogsterPretty: (11/1/1994 - 1/27/2007): [Bee's Prettyside #43811] Pretty's DogsterPinky: (4/25/2003 - 3/17/2014): [Wagtail Resolve #19753]Click here to learn how to find your hounds racing name, pedigree and racing history! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greythunder Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 I gave what I could!!!! Some time soon, will do more!!!! Thank you Jeff!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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