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First Responders

Let’s Talk Dispatch: Help Us Create a Home for 911 Stories

First Responders
Supplies
United States
California
Created June 12th, 2025
Raised$2,550
Donations25
Shares8
Days ran178

Their story

The Raspy Dispatcher is building a podcast studio—and we’re inviting our incredible community to be a part of it.

Our goal is to raise $5,000 to help bring this vision to life. With your support, we’ll be able to purchase the equipment, software, and soundproofing needed to create a dedicated space where powerful stories, honest conversations, and real dispatcher experiences can be shared like never before.

This isn’t just about creating content—it’s about continuing the mission:

  • Amplifying dispatcher voices

  • Educating the public about the reality of this career

  • Providing a platform for healing, laughter, and connection

  • Creating resources and conversations that support dispatchers at all stages of their journey

Whether it’s one-on-one interviews, special series like If This Wasn’t a Recorded Line, or educational content that bridges the gap between dispatch and the public—we want to do it all with intention, quality, and heart.

What Your Contribution Supports:

  • Professional audio equipment (microphones, mixers, interfaces)

  • Acoustic treatment for a soundproofed space

  • Editing software and tech upgrades

  • Furnishings to make guests feel welcome and comfortable

Every dollar brings us closer to a space where dispatchers are seen, heard, and valued.

If you’ve ever listened to an episode and thought, “Same,”
If you’ve ever shared a post, or found comfort in knowing you’re not alone—
We’d love your support in taking this next step

Every donor’s name will be written on the entrance door of the new podcast studio as a lasting tribute to the incredible support of this community.


If you're not familiar with The Raspy Dispatcher,we invite you to visit theraspydispatcher.com to learn more about who we are, what we do, and why we’re so passionate about supporting the 911 dispatch community.

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Halcyon Frank
Halcyon Frank donated $75
11 months ago
Christina Ozuna
Christina Ozuna donated $50

Christina & Larissa So proud of you!

11 months ago
Heidi Wood
Heidi Wood donated $25
11 months ago
Valerie Lucero
Valerie Lucero donated $50
11 months ago
Jan Wilske
Jan Wilske donated $100

Looking forward to hearing next years 911 stories! Best of luck

11 months ago
Anonymous
Anonymous donated $50
11 months ago
Samantha Garcia
Samantha Garcia donated $50
11 months ago
Kayla Bacon
Kayla Bacon donated $200
11 months ago
Brendhan Sears
Brendhan Sears donated $50

On behalf of Humanizing the Headset. Thanks for all you do! 💛

1 year ago
Jordan Hutchinson
Jordan Hutchinson donated $20
1 year ago

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