I don't know the total raised, but we exceeded the goal of $3,000.  So there is enough money to get the "best" bench possible and cover the installation costs -- and maybe enough for a party!

(To be clear, I was ready to cover whatever it took to get us to $3,000.  Instead, I was able to make a contribution similar to the amount others gave to make sure any unexpected costs were covered.)

Whatever the amount ends up being, there will be enough for us to do this right. 

Thanks, again.

Art

-- 
Arthur I. Zygielbaum, K0AIZ
ARRL Midwest Division Director
Member, Executive Committee
Member, Programs and Services Committee
Member, ARRL Foundation Board
ARRL - The National Association for Amateur Radio®

Fantastic!  I hope enough is left over for a party.

Mark, HDX

On Fri, Aug 4, 2023 at 8:08 AM Art Zygielbaum <k0aiz@arrl.org> wrote:

Thanks to generous contributions from you, the members of ODV, the
following announcement will be made to ARRL staff today.

"The members of the ARRL Board of Directors have long recognized that
the ARRL could not exist or provide the services it does without the
skill, dedication, and caring of a talented staff.  As a group, we would
like to acknowledge the people who are the heart and soul of the ARRL. 
We have ordered a bench with the following inscription, 'In appreciation
of ARRL staff, with gratitude for their dedication to furthering ARRL’s
mission. [date] ARRL Board of Directors.'  The bench will be installed
in the break area and dedicated to the staff we count on."

Thank you all for your participation and support.

73, Art K0AIZ

--
Arthur I. Zygielbaum, K0AIZ
ARRL Midwest Division Director
Member, Executive Committee
Member, Programs and Services Committee
Member, ARRL Foundation Board
ARRL - The National Association for Amateur Radio®

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