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    Been trying to figure out more ways to give recognition to those members who have made donations to the board. I've tried various methods over the years and they were either unsightly or the coding no longer works with the new software. One new addition I have made was changing the "color scheme" for usernames at the bottom of the board - and a legend to describe what group each color belongs to.

    If you have donated to DP since it's inception (does not apply to staff who enjoy all extra benefits automatically), and don't see your name in "gold" at the bottom of the board, shoot me a PM and I will move your account to the appropriate usergroup. In addition to the color change, here is what else you enjoy with the usergroup change:

    Registered Members:

    Can store 100 PM's at once. Members can delete messages and still be able to received additional messages.

    Uploading of files limited to 100 kilobytes

    No access to Calendar system

    Cannot view "Who's Online"

    Cannot set yourself to "invisible mode"

    New usergroup "Board Sponsor", applied after donation:

    Can store up to 2,000 PM's

    Can upload files up to "Unlimited"

    Full access to Calendar system

    Ability to view "Who's Online"

    Ability to set oneself to invisible
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    Before the board was changed our names used to be at the bottom of the main page with our own font and colors and I thought that was great....guess the coding no longer supports that type of recognition.
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    Quote Originally Posted by mrskurtsprincess View Post
    Before the board was changed our names used to be at the bottom of the main page with our own font and colors and I thought that was great....guess the coding no longer supports that type of recognition.
    It was definitely a good way to show off who donated to the board, but yes, the "add-on" that I installed is not compatible with the new version. Additionally, I'm not sure that those "boxes" of names, all different colors, would blend properly with the new theme or take away from the military/patriotic look of the board.

    I will continue to be on the lookout for newer and better ways to recognize our members who have helped keep this board going. A donation moves someone to the "Board Sponsor" usergroup and allows them the extra benefits for the life of the board - unless of course for some unfortunate reason the member gets a lifetime ban.

    BTW, you have been moved to the sponsor usergroup as I know you have donated.
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    Nice addition Jim - I like the additonal colors.

    It is an attention getter


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    I likes it, more for the PM space,
    And I has donated
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    Quote Originally Posted by Noir View Post
    I likes it, more for the PM space,
    And I has donated
    Yes you have, my bad, you've now been added to the appropriate group.
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    10,368 posts, but contribution is all about $$$ ?
    Just Damn !!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mr. P View Post
    10,368 posts, but contribution is all about $$$ ?
    Just Damn !!
    Keeping a board up and running costs $$$$
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    Quote Originally Posted by Pagan View Post
    Keeping a board up and running costs $$$$
    No shit !
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mr. P View Post
    No shit !
    Well you're over 10k posts, throw the man some change.

    Me, I'm in the courtship phase
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    Quote Originally Posted by Pagan View Post
    Well you're over 10k posts, throw the man some change.

    Me, I'm in the courtship phase
    That's the point, there's more than one way to donate an keep the board alive...it's not just about $$.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mr. P View Post
    That's the point, there's more than one way to donate an keep the board alive...it's not just about $$.
    Yeah like donating space on a server.
    But I wouldn't call being a blow hard an asset

    Sorry, but I just couldn't resist
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mr. P View Post
    10,368 posts, but contribution is all about $$$ ?
    Just Damn !!
    You know I love you, Mr. P!!! And yes, I am HIGHLY appreciative of the consistent/daily posters, as these members are what gets others posting and keeps the board active. Unfortunately, there is a financial aspect to the board as well. I know this is 100% my responsibility as I started the site, but sometimes times are rough and a few donations help get the bills paid and relieve an ounce of my stress at least!

    Donations are always appreciated, and I'll do everything I possibly can to ensure those members get a little extra for their money. But it is far from mandatory and those who cannot donate will never be treated differently (other than they remain with standard account setups).
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    Quote Originally Posted by jimnyc View Post
    You know I love you, Mr. P!!! And yes, I am HIGHLY appreciative of the consistent/daily posters, as these members are what gets others posting and keeps the board active. Unfortunately, there is a financial aspect to the board as well. I know this is 100% my responsibility as I started the site, but sometimes times are rough and a few donations help get the bills paid and relieve an ounce of my stress at least!

    Donations are always appreciated, and I'll do everything I possibly can to ensure those members get a little extra for their money. But it is far from mandatory and those who cannot donate will never be treated differently (other than they remain with standard account setups).
    I know, Jim. I was just pokin fun. I forgot about yer stress though, sorry about that. Forgive me and I'll buy you a neat T-shirt from Myrtle Beach. Humor is a great stress reliever..no?
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    Is there a donation link somewhere I'm missing? I seem to recall seeing one before, but can't seem to find it.

    Or do i just give jim my bank info and he'll send me that money I've inhereited
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