Des Moines GMRS Radio Club: Building Connections, Supporting the Community
Fellow operators,
As our community of GMRS enthusiasts continues to grow, we’re introducing a paid membership program to help sustain and expand the Des Moines GMRS Radio Club. This change ensures that we have the resources needed to maintain and improve our infrastructure, cover operating costs, and keep our systems—servers, repeaters, and equipment—running reliably for everyone who depends on them.
Why Paid Membership Matters
Every membership fee directly supports:
- Maintenance of club infrastructure, including repeaters and server resources
- Upgrades to critical equipment ensuring clear, dependable communication
- Operational costs like hosting and technical services
Member Benefits
As a paid member, you’ll gain access to exclusive club resources, including:
- Duplexer tuning, equipment configuration, and programming services to help you get the most from your gear
- A personalized club email — e.g.,
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. — representing your part in our growing community - Priority access to technical help and training opportunities
Community Involvement
Beyond the airwaves, our mission is about connection — not just between radios, but between people. Paid members help make possible our community events, training days, and public outreach efforts, where we introduce others to GMRS, promote emergency preparedness, and serve our neighbors. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected Des Moines Metro — one signal and one neighbor at a time.
Join us in strengthening our network and community.
Your membership isn’t just a fee — it’s an investment in the future of local communication and camaraderie.
Des Moines GMRS Radio Club — powered by community, united by signal.
📻 NEW FREE MEMBERSHIP OPTION! 📻
The Des Moines GMRS Radio Club is excited to announce a new FREE Membership option for anyone who would like to be part of the club and stay connected with the local GMRS community!
🆓 FREE MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES:
✅ Access to the Des Moines GMRS Radio Club Facebook group
✅ Ability to attend regular club meetings
✅ Stay up to date with club news, activities, and announcements
✅ Connect with other local GMRS radio operators
✅ A voice at club meetings — we welcome and value your ideas, suggestions, and feedback!
⭐ PAID MEMBERSHIP — MORE BENEFITS!
Our Paid Membership provides additional benefits and allows members to take a more active role in the operation and growth of the club.
Member Perks Include:
📻 Technical Support
One-on-one help with radio programming, antenna setups, and other GMRS-related questions from experienced club members.
🤝 Meeting & Event Participation
Paid club members are able to participate in club meetings and events and take a more active role in club activities.
🗳️ Voting Rights
Paid members have voting rights at club meetings and help make decisions that affect the direction and future of the club.
💬 Everyone's Voice Matters
While voting rights are reserved for paid members, we will always take advice, ideas, suggestions, and feedback from our Free Members. We want everyone involved in the Des Moines GMRS community to have an opportunity to be heard.
📧 Official Club Email
Paid club members will have access to an official Des Moines GMRS Radio Club email address.
🌐 Enhanced Website Access
Because the club has transitioned to a paid membership structure, website access is available to paid club members and provides additional access to club information and resources.
📡 TWO WAYS TO BE PART OF THE CLUB
🆓 FREE MEMBERSHIP
Get connected, attend meetings, join the Facebook group, and have your voice heard.
📻 Everyone is welcome. Everyone can contribute. Everyone's voice matters.
Des Moines GMRS Radio Club
📡 Connecting Central Iowa Through GMRS