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 Apr 14 2005, 07:35 AM
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 Back from the brink  Group: DC Admin Posts: 689 Joined: 29-December 02 From: Japan Member No.: 1  |
Morning all,
A week on Sunday Deva Chat will celebrate it's 5th birthday! A lot has changed since I first set the board up on a free message board site... One of the things to have changed most is that word 'free'. As you may have noticed, there's a new little button adorning the top right of the page. Basically it's a direct link to a donation page, enabling anyone, should they feel that way inclined, to send money into the Deva Chat coffers. Before I go any further, I will quickly make it clear that NOBODY HAS TO PAY ANYTHING! This an entirely voluntary scheme and I'm not expecting people to put their hands in their pockets if they don't want to. You might be aware that Deva Chat has exceeded it's bandwidth limits on more that one occasion over the last year, each time upping the running costs each month a little more. Coupled with this the basic cost of registering the domain name, and Deva Chat has become an increasingly expensive little enterprise. That's not to say DC is in any way at risk, but it is starting to make a rather noticeable dent in my wallet! So while we're looking at other ways of raising revenue (sponsorship etc - about which, more soon) we also thought it worthwhile opening our PayPal account up for donations, should anyone wish to make such a pledge. Of course, we want to act with total transparency, so there will be a monthly report of any donations made (anonymity being respected if so requested) to log all incomings. ++ 2014 UPDATE: In hindsight, the monthly report wasn't really required, which is why it quickly fell by the wayside. All donatees know who you are, and you know we're grateful. ++ Basically, we currently run an operating cost of just over £17 a month, plus the annual domain fee, which has averaged around £12 a year. So as an annual total we're looking at around £200 a year for the all round running of Deva Chat. Not a fortune, but certainly a change from the £0.00 it was once upon a time. The last resort would be to place adverts (such as seen on other sites - "ads supplied by Google" for example) on the board (NOT pop-ups!), but we hope to avoid that if possible. That's why we've placed the above PayPal link. If anyone out there feels the desire to contribute to the running of your favourite CCFC message board, please feel free.  If not, don't worry, we will always remain a free service for all!Any questions, please post them here, or send a PM if you'd prefer. All the best, Barry -------------------- Deva Chat - Born Monday evening, April 24th 2000. Almost old enough to drink!
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Apr 14 2005, 09:49 AM
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1st team captain Group: DC Donatees Posts: 6578 Joined: 20-August 03 Member No.: 488 |
Just a quick one. On some of the torrents sites, once a member has donated they put a little gold star above the members name so when he posts everyone can see that he has contributed. Just a thought.
-------------------- The boy Gedge has written some of the best love songs of the Rock n Roll Era. You may dispute this, but Im right and youre wrong! John Peel.
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Apr 14 2005, 11:43 AM
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 Our City, Our Community, Our Club Group: DC Donatees Posts: 11176 Joined: 3-January 03 From: Elton Member No.: 40 |
Well my fiver's winging its way to you DC.
-------------------- I am one of the thousands of fools and proud of it!
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Apr 14 2005, 11:46 AM
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 Crazier than a box of... Group: DC Donatees Posts: 7954 Joined: 14-May 04 From: Leeds, West Yorks Member No.: 1035 |
I think everyone should be charged based on the number of posts made
 Mancot better seek out some financial advice 
-------------------- Visit Weebls "Football" Badgers and Badgers on the Web
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Apr 14 2005, 11:51 AM
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 Pained Blue  Group: DC Members Posts: 1876 Joined: 10-March 04 From: a better place.... Member No.: 840 |
QUOTE (Crazy Badger @ Apr 14 2005, 12:46 PM) I think everyone should be charged based on the number of posts made Mancot better seek out some financial advice  Remortgage for Mancot
-------------------- Emerging from the darkness
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Apr 14 2005, 12:01 PM
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Pained Blue Group: DC Members Posts: 1876 Joined: 10-March 04 From: a better place.... Member No.: 840 |
Barry - I have e-mailed you privately on this.
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Apr 14 2005, 01:05 PM
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 1st team captain Group: DC Donatees Posts: 6282 Joined: 13-January 03 From: Saltney,Chester Member No.: 75 |
Some of the laughs I've had reading some posts on here are well worth a donation
- mine's winging its way to you now, Mr Devachat, and please keep up the good work
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Apr 14 2005, 05:59 PM
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The CCFC flag at Glastonbury Group: DC Donatees Posts: 1874 Joined: 7-April 04 From: Ellesmere Port Member No.: 899 |
Sitting here on Devachat saves me the money I would be spending down the pub....my donation is on it's way.
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Apr 14 2005, 07:43 PM
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 Gimme some sugar baby. Group: DC Donatees Posts: 4668 Joined: 16-November 04 From: Manchester Member No.: 1316 |
I'll only pay if you change the logo as we've been promised....
This post has been edited by Hot Cancer: Apr 14 2005, 07:43 PM -------------------- How's that for a slice of fried gold?
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Apr 14 2005, 09:00 PM
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... Group: DC Donatees Posts: 36154 Joined: 19-February 03 Member No.: 173 |
QUOTE (Loska's left foot @ Apr 14 2005, 12:51 PM) QUOTE (Crazy Badger @ Apr 14 2005, 12:46 PM) I think everyone should be charged based on the number of posts made Mancot better seek out some financial advice Remortgage for Mancot  I'll find the time to donate a small, but generous sum to the board's coffers! |
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Apr 14 2005, 09:05 PM
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Squad player Group: DC Donatees Posts: 324 Joined: 13-February 03 From: newquay Member No.: 114 |
my donation should be with you by now, worth every penny for us exiles to keep up todate with the goings on and theres always plenty happening, keep up the good work
-------------------- www.quieshotelnewquay.co.uk
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Apr 15 2005, 01:58 AM
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Back from the brink Group: DC Admin Posts: 689 Joined: 29-December 02 From: Japan Member No.: 1 |
First thing I have to say is a huge THANK YOU to everyone who has donated so far, it's fantastic to see and I'm extremely grateful to everyone! Thank you!
QUOTE (Hot Cancer @ Apr 14 2005, 08:43 PM) I'll only pay if you change the logo as we've been promised.... Err... ummm... yes, about that... Sorry this has been entirely my fault. Long story short, I got snowed under by all manner of business over the last two months and as a result, the logo competition has fallen by the wayside. I will update everyone on this very soon. I promise! -------------------- Deva Chat - Born Monday evening, April 24th 2000. Almost old enough to drink!
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Apr 15 2005, 04:03 AM
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Back from the brink Group: DC Admin Posts: 689 Joined: 29-December 02 From: Japan Member No.: 1 |
QUOTE (Elwood P Dowd @ Apr 14 2005, 10:49 AM) Just a quick one. On some of the torrents sites, once a member has donated they put a little gold star above the members name so when he posts everyone can see that he has contributed. Just a thought. Could be an idea, what do other members think? -------------------- Deva Chat - Born Monday evening, April 24th 2000. Almost old enough to drink!
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Apr 15 2005, 04:35 AM
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 The North Terrace Posties are legends. Group: DC Donatees Posts: 8590 Joined: 4-January 03 From: ELLESMERE PORT Member No.: 50 |
Now that i have donated.Yes i think it would be a good idea.
-------------------- IT ALL STARTED AT THE BRANDYWELL,THANKS GRANDAD.
ONCE A RANGER,ALWAYS A RANGER.(ROYAL IRISH THAT IS). PROUD MEMBER OF THE CFU. 26/02/2010. NEED I SAY ANYMORE. I WILL. 10/03/2010. R.I.P. CCFC. 6TH MAY 2010,THE BOYS ARE BACK IN TOWN. EVO-STICK NORTH CHAMPIONS 2010-2011 EVO-STICK PREMIER CHAMPIONS 2011-2012 BLUE SQUARE NORTH CHAMPIONS 2012-2013 |
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Apr 15 2005, 06:24 AM
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Back from the brink Group: DC Admin Posts: 689 Joined: 29-December 02 From: Japan Member No.: 1 |
Further to my above postings, it's worth pointing out that all money raised will be used SOLEY for the purpose of the running and upkeep of Deva Chat. I have no desire or wish to make any money out of this, it's merely to help cover the DC bills. Should we be lucky enougn raise enough to exceed our costs, all donations will be used for activities such as extending the domain name registration etc. In other words, only for Deva Chat - not for me!
-------------------- Deva Chat - Born Monday evening, April 24th 2000. Almost old enough to drink!
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Apr 15 2005, 07:30 AM
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Back from the brink Group: DC Admin Posts: 689 Joined: 29-December 02 From: Japan Member No.: 1 |
QUOTE (Loska's left foot @ Apr 14 2005, 01:01 PM) Barry - I have e-mailed you privately on this. Many thanks, read and replied to.
-------------------- Deva Chat - Born Monday evening, April 24th 2000. Almost old enough to drink!
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Apr 15 2005, 09:51 AM
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 Boro Till I Die Group: DC Donatees Posts: 1803 Joined: 30-March 03 From: Great Sutton Member No.: 261 |
i have just made a donation for you Barry, all the best.DC has given me many laughs! Long may it continue
-------------------- Deva Chat F1 Prediction League Champion 2007
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Apr 15 2005, 09:54 AM
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1st team legend Group: DC Donatees Posts: 9829 Joined: 22-September 03 Member No.: 557 |
I'll send a donation! I like the ideas about the stars!
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Apr 15 2005, 11:49 AM
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 Don't let the b'stards grind you down Group: DC Donatees Posts: 8285 Joined: 6-May 03 From: Deeside Member No.: 337 |
I'll send a donation too. Cheers Barry!
-------------------- Back after a sabbatical. Older, wiser, more grey.
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Apr 15 2005, 03:53 PM
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The North Terrace Posties are legends. Group: DC Donatees Posts: 8590 Joined: 4-January 03 From: ELLESMERE PORT Member No.: 50 |
QUOTE (ulster blue boy @ Apr 15 2005, 05:35 AM) Now that i have donated.Yes i think it would be a good idea. And then it would save time,rather than everyone saying i've sent,i've sent,etc. -------------------- IT ALL STARTED AT THE BRANDYWELL,THANKS GRANDAD.
ONCE A RANGER,ALWAYS A RANGER.(ROYAL IRISH THAT IS). PROUD MEMBER OF THE CFU. 26/02/2010. NEED I SAY ANYMORE. I WILL. 10/03/2010. R.I.P. CCFC. 6TH MAY 2010,THE BOYS ARE BACK IN TOWN. EVO-STICK NORTH CHAMPIONS 2010-2011 EVO-STICK PREMIER CHAMPIONS 2011-2012 BLUE SQUARE NORTH CHAMPIONS 2012-2013 |
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Apr 21 2005, 03:59 AM
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Back from the brink Group: DC Admin Posts: 689 Joined: 29-December 02 From: Japan Member No.: 1 |
Huge thanks to all who have donated. We're looking at ways to recognise those who voted with some kind of star system or similar. Will get back to you on that, but in the meantime, thanks again for all donations so far, it really will go a long way to covering the costs of this site!
Barry -------------------- Deva Chat - Born Monday evening, April 24th 2000. Almost old enough to drink!
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Apr 24 2005, 08:57 AM
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Squad player Group: DC Donatees Posts: 324 Joined: 13-February 03 From: newquay Member No.: 114 |
Basically, we currently run an operating cost of just under £16 a month, plus the annual domain fee, which has averaged around £12 a year. So as an annual total we're looking at around £200 a year for the all round running of Deva Chat. Not a fortune, but certainly a change from the £0.00 it was once apon a time! The last resort would be to place adverts (such as seen on other site - "ads supplied by Google" for example) on the board (NOT pop-ups!), but we hope to avoid that if possible. That's why we've placed the above PayPal link. If anyone out there feels the desire to contribute to the running of your favourite CCFC message board, feel free! If not, don't worry, we will always remain a free service for all
see ads have started to appear at the top of pages ie the mortgage broker, what happened to the last resort or have you been bought
-------------------- www.quieshotelnewquay.co.uk
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Apr 24 2005, 10:57 AM
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Back from the brink Group: DC Admin Posts: 689 Joined: 29-December 02 From: Japan Member No.: 1 |
QUOTE (newquay blue @ Apr 24 2005, 09:57 AM) see ads have started to appear at the top of pages ie the mortgage broker, what happened to the last resort or have you been bought I should have been more clear on what I meant when I mentioned ads. Basically there's sponsorship and then there's ads. We hoped to get sponsorship from one or more companys to avoid ads from various random internet companys (supplied by Google etc). We've been fortuanate to have received a very good offer (about which, more later!) which mean we can avoid the Google ads! -------------------- Deva Chat - Born Monday evening, April 24th 2000. Almost old enough to drink!
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Apr 24 2005, 11:15 AM
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Back from the brink Group: DC Admin Posts: 689 Joined: 29-December 02 From: Japan Member No.: 1 |
Unpinned.
-------------------- Deva Chat - Born Monday evening, April 24th 2000. Almost old enough to drink!
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May 10 2005, 07:04 AM
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Back from the brink Group: DC Admin Posts: 689 Joined: 29-December 02 From: Japan Member No.: 1 |
Morning all,
Below you'll find a record of all donations via PayPal we've received since we opened up our PayPal account last month. Those who have donated can find your record below. Note the fee is that charged by PayPal, and nothing to with me helping myself to your donations! All this money is currently held in our PayPal account and will be used to pay for future purchases required by the board. QUOTE 4 May 2005 Payment From S**** D***** £1.75 GBP -£0.26 GBP £1.49 GBP 3 May 2005 Payment From A***** L******* £4.82 GBP -£0.36 GBP £4.46 GBP 30 Apr. 2005 Payment From C****** S**** £15.00 GBP -£0.71 GBP £14.29 GBP 28 Apr. 2005 Payment From K**** J**** £5.21 GBP -£0.38 GBP £4.83 GBP 26 Apr. 2005 Payment From L** W***** £10.00 GBP -£0.54 GBP £9.46 GBP 24 Apr. 2005 Payment From A***** G***** £5.00 GBP -£0.37 GBP £4.63 GBP 24 Apr. 2005 Payment From A******* C****** £5.00 GBP -£0.37 GBP £4.63 GBP 21 Apr. 2005 Payment From P*** B***** £10.00 GBP -£0.54 GBP £9.46 GBP 21 Apr. 2005 Payment From A***** H******* £10.00 GBP -£0.54 GBP £9.46 GBP 21 Apr. 2005 Payment From D**** E**** £10.00 GBP -£0.54 GBP £9.46 GBP 15 Apr. 2005 Payment From N**** M*** £5.00 GBP -£0.37 GBP £4.63 GBP 15 Apr. 2005 Payment From A***** W********* £5.00 GBP -£0.37 GBP £4.63 GBP 15 Apr. 2005 Payment From P****** L £5.00 GBP -£0.37 GBP £4.63 GBP 15 Apr. 2005 Payment From M*** J******* £4.00 GBP -£0.34 GBP £3.66 GBP 15 Apr. 2005 Payment From W****** T***** £5.00 GBP -£0.37 GBP £4.63 GBP 15 Apr. 2005 Payment From C******* S**** £10.00 GBP -£0.54 GBP £9.46 GBP 14 Apr. 2005 Payment From N * * A*** £5.00 GBP -£0.37 GBP £4.63 GBP 14 Apr. 2005 Payment From C******** D**** £5.00 GBP -£0.37 GBP £4.63 GBP 14 Apr. 2005 Payment From J**** T***** £10.00 GBP -£0.54 GBP £9.46 GBP 14 Apr. 2005 Payment From T***** J**** £5.00 GBP -£0.37 GBP £4.63 GBP 14 Apr. 2005 Payment From P*** S****** £5.00 GBP -£0.37 GBP £4.63 GBP 14 Apr. 2005 Payment From W****** R****** £10.00 GBP -£0.54 GBP £9.46 GBP Barry -------------------- Deva Chat - Born Monday evening, April 24th 2000. Almost old enough to drink!
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