Ensuring Resilience in Emergencies: Supporting RACES for a Safer Future

When emergencies escalate into state and federal disasters, reliable communication becomes more critical than ever. The Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service (RACES) is a specialized group of licensed amateur radio operators who provide secure, government-authorized emergency communications during major disasters, national emergencies, and civil defense operations. Activated by emergency management officials, RACES plays a crucial role in coordinating response efforts, ensuring that vital messages reach the right agencies even when traditional systems are down.

Unlike ARES, which operates as a volunteer-based response network, RACES is a structured emergency service integrated into official disaster response plans. It is a vital asset to emergency management agencies, providing dedicated, FCC-regulated radio communications for government operations in times of crisis.

At N5BRZ Cares, we recognize the importance of keeping Brazos County RACES well-equipped and operational. Through our nonprofit support, we help ensure that RACES volunteers have reliable radio systems, training, and emergency preparedness resources to maintain effective communication channels when every second counts.

By partnering with N5BRZ Cares, you are directly contributing to a stronger, more prepared emergency response network—one that ensures RACES operators can continue their mission of protecting communities and saving lives when disaster strikes.