For more than a decade, the SCHEART network has been a critical communications lifeline for amateur radio operators across South Carolina. From the mountains to the coast, our statewide analog and DMR systems give hams a reliable way to stay connected—every day, and especially when it matters most.
But SCHEART doesn’t just support everyday QSOs.
We play a vital role in South Carolina’s emergency communications infrastructure, providing the repeater and linking systems relied upon by SCEMD, hospitals, public safety partners, and volunteer radio operators during disasters, severe weather, and statewide emergencies.
When hurricanes threaten, when statewide coordination is needed, when hospitals activate their emergency plans—SCHEART is the network they turn to.
Why Your Support Matters
Maintaining a statewide, professionally engineered communications system is expensive. SCHEART Inc., the nonprofit behind the system, relies on donations from amateur radio operators like you to:
- Upgrade and maintain DMR and analog repeaters
- Improve statewide linking and coverage
- Support deployable emergency communications assets
- Ensure the network is ready every hurricane season
- Keep SCHEART free and accessible for every licensed amateur in South Carolina
Your contribution directly supports the reliability of the system you use—and the emergency network South Carolina depends on.
SCHEART Is Built for You… and Built BY You
If you’ve ever checked into a statewide net, used a SCHEART repeater while traveling, relied on the network during storms, or simply enjoyed clear, dependable communication, you’ve experienced the value of this system firsthand.
SCHEART isn’t a commercial network.
SCHEART isn’t funded by a large corporation.
SCHEART is a community resource—kept alive by the same operators who use it.
Make a Donation Today
Your tax-deductible gift helps ensure that SCHEART continues to serve the amateur radio community and stands ready for South Carolina’s next emergency.
Every dollar strengthens the network. Every dollar protects our state. Every dollar matters.
👉 Please consider making a donation to SCHEART Inc. today. SCHEART Inc. is a 501(c)3 organization. Contributions may be tax deductible.