Attention all forum members, please read. Problem solved, but still important! October 14, 2014, 05:40:28 PM ***EDIT*** The money has been raised. Thanks to everyone who contributed, and also thanks to everyone who wanted to but couldn't for some reason. I'm adding this to the top of this post because the post in which I mentioned that we made it might get missed in several pages of posts.As you all know, this forum is privately run without ads. No attempt has ever been made to monetize this site. The last few years of hosting were paid for by the generous members who donated money in a fundraiser, I believe this was over 5 years ago.Today I got an email invoice from URLJet, our hosting service. This invoice was unexpected (We had several years paid, and truthfully I lost track of how many years were paid for). Unfortunately URLJet did not give me any advance notice - the invoice came today and is due for Oct 29. The amount of the invoice is $469.94 for two more years hosting. This presents a major problem because I do not have the money, and I don't have the time to organize a fundraiser. I don't even remember my PayPal credentials, for Pete's sake.I am at a loss for what to do. Christmas is coming, so there is no extra money. I don't have the time, nor the skill, to move the forum to a new host. Use of the forum has dwindled significantly so I'm not even sure it'd be worth it (of course it'd be worth it, but I'm just freaking out). I'd hate to see this forum disappear, as it is really the only resource for our beloved foxes. I really don't know what to do. And time is of the essence to figure something out. Need help, bad (not money help, but suggestion help). I would even be open to transferring ownership of the site to another member, so long as I was confident that new owner was a true enthusiast who would keep the spirit of the site as it is. Quote Selected
Attention all forum members, please read. Problem solved, but still important! Reply #1 – October 14, 2014, 07:04:18 PM I'll send some funds Friday. Post a PayPal address. Come on guys, small price to pay for the best forum for us and our cars !!!!! Quote Selected
Attention all forum members, please read. Problem solved, but still important! Reply #2 – October 14, 2014, 07:09:39 PM jeeezzzzzzzzzexactly what Vinnie said but ill go one better............ThunderchickenCall me at 304 772 3411 and I can do a money transfer or use my paypal.another thing,,,can you please make a donate icon or somehow not wait till its this late in the ballgame to let us know.I am more than happy to contribute like many here. Quote Selected
Attention all forum members, please read. Problem solved, but still important! Reply #3 – October 14, 2014, 07:14:35 PM if I re-read this,, are you saying you'd prefer to pass on to someone else? Quote Selected
Attention all forum members, please read. Problem solved, but still important! Reply #4 – October 14, 2014, 07:39:34 PM I would also post this down in the regular part of the Lounge. many don't look up at the stickies. Quote Selected
Attention all forum members, please read. Problem solved, but still important! Reply #5 – October 14, 2014, 07:42:04 PM I like the idea of a "Donate" button. That should be done :D Quote Selected
Attention all forum members, please read. Problem solved, but still important! Reply #6 – October 14, 2014, 08:49:21 PM Can we throw out a suggested amount that would be acceptable by the members. If some members are so inclined, they may be in a position to give more. The donate button is a good idea as well. Quote Selected
Attention all forum members, please read. Problem solved, but still important! Reply #7 – October 14, 2014, 09:24:37 PM Count me in, donate button, pay pal, whatever you decide. Quote Selected
Attention all forum members, please read. Problem solved, but still important! Reply #8 – October 14, 2014, 10:11:59 PM I'm in to donate Quote Selected
Attention all forum members, please read. Problem solved, but still important! Reply #9 – October 14, 2014, 10:48:38 PM I'll kick in some money, paypal or whatever Quote Selected
Attention all forum members, please read. Problem solved, but still important! Reply #10 – October 14, 2014, 11:00:37 PM i am here for all my fellow forum pals, i can donate something also. 25 members giving 20 bucks and we are good, no? Quote Selected
Attention all forum members, please read. Problem solved, but still important! Reply #11 – October 14, 2014, 11:08:24 PM I have zero issue donating. How hard would it be to migrate to a different server? That price seems high. My site was about 100 a year.... Quote Selected
Attention all forum members, please read. Problem solved, but still important! Reply #12 – October 14, 2014, 11:08:33 PM I'm good for a donation to keep the site up. Just let me know how. Quote Selected
Attention all forum members, please read. Problem solved, but still important! Reply #13 – October 14, 2014, 11:10:49 PM I'm happy with the way you've handled the board all these years (thanks as always!), and I hope it's not too much of a burden for you. I think, for now, we should focus on paying the balance - of course I am also willing to donate generously as soon as a method is decided upon. Quote Selected
Attention all forum members, please read. Problem solved, but still important! Reply #14 – October 14, 2014, 11:39:09 PM Ditto what everyone else said. I'm game. I've learned more that I get from any manual by cruising the site. Heck, I'd pay for a premium membership to get more pm space, too! Quote Selected
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