Date: June 2024
Amount: $15,028

Yavapai County ARES/RACES is a dedicated volunteer organization based in Yavapai County, Arizona. Their mission is to provide critical emergency communication support to local agencies and communities during both natural and man-made disasters.

With ARDC grant funding, ARES plans to replace aging radios and antennas at its Mobile Amateur Radio Communications (MARC) van and two Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs), ensuring high-quality communication for timely operational decisions. Upgrading outdated emergency communication equipment is essential for ensuring reliable support during disasters. In addition to enhancing its emergency capabilities, ARES maintains a strong outreach program by participating in public service events. These events provide hands-on training opportunities for ARES members in a non-emergency context, allowing them to demonstrate their skills and capabilities to the public.

Learn more at https://www.k7yca.org/.