️ Keep the Uplink Alive. I’m Carlo Lippold, a freelance writer and field reporter and Hummanitarian preparing for an extended assignment. To continue safe, independent reporting and coordination, I’m raising funds for three essentials: a lean stay & mobility budget, core personal gear (non‑tactical, civilian), and a car‑mounted connectivity + power kit that lets me post reliably during grid or network disruptions.
✅ Compliance first: No fundraising for weapons or weapon accessories. No military affiliation claims. This campaign covers housing, transportation, clothing, safety accessories, communications equipment, and power for journalistic and community support work.
Receipts will be shared (sensitive data redacted).
What You’re Funding (Plain Language)
Stay & Mobility (3 months)I budget like someone who may need to move on short notice: a room, utilities, basic food, local transport, and data. Mobility matters because it keeps me safe and gets me where stories and community needs are.
Stay (housing/food/local transport/data): €350–€550 / month → €1,050–€1,650 (3 months)
Car lease (to remain mobile): €580 / month → €1,740 (3 months)Subtotal stay + mobility: €2,790–€3,390
Personal Protective Gear (civilian, non‑tactical)
Weather‑ready clothing to keep working outdoors without getting sidelined by cold or wet conditions; plus light safety accessories.
Cold‑weather clothing (2–3 full sets + winter boots): €350–€650
Light safety accessories (neck/back support, gloves, knee pads, hi‑viz rain shell): €80–€180 Subtotal personal gear: €430–€830
Connectivity & Power (car‑mounted, civilian use)A small, car‑deployable internet link and power bank so I can upload reports, verify info, and coordinate aid without relying on local grid uptime.
Starlink Standard hardware (local purchase): €560–€750
Protective car‑mount case/enclosure: €190–€240
Starlink service (12 months, parked/roam plan): €600–€1,080
EcoFlow power station (choose one):
DELTA 2 Max (~2.0 kWh): €850–€1,050, or
DELTA 2 (~1.0 kWh): €550–€700
Vehicle charging (DC‑DC/alternator) + fuses/cables: €180–€350Subtotal connectivity & power (with DELTA 2 Max): €2,380–€3,225Subtract ~€300–€350 if DELTA 2 is chosen instead of DELTA 2 Max.
Why This Kit (Short, Honest)
️ Reliable posts, even in outages: Starlink typically draws ~60–100 W; with the EcoFlow and alternator charging, I can publish during blackouts and verify critical updates.
Car‑deployable: Low‑profile enclosure for fast, safe setup; weatherproof cabling and proper fusing to avoid equipment damage.
Transparent by design: I’ll share receipts, activation screenshots, and monthly summaries (spend vs. budget, uptime, power cycles). Any savings reduce the goal or extend service months.
Monthly Updates (Posted by the 3rd)
Ledger: itemized spend (EUR), remaining balance, and any savings.
Connectivity: uptime snapshots and speed checks.
Power: charge cycles and alternator‑top‑up notes.
Maintenance: any repairs/replacements.
️ Work Supported: a brief, non‑sensitive note on what the link enabled (publishing, coordinating deliveries, etc.).
Cost Summary (EUR)
Stay & Mobility (3 months)
Stay: €1,050–€1,650
Car lease: €1,740Subtotal: €2,790–€3,390
Personal Gear (civilian)
Clothing & boots: €350–€650
Safety accessories: €80–€180
Subtotal: €430–€830
Connectivity & Power (with DELTA 2 Max)
Starlink hardware: €560–€750
Protective enclosure: €190–€240
12‑month service: €600–€1,080
EcoFlow + vehicle charging: €1,030–€1,400
Subtotal: €2,380–€3,470
Lean Total (lower bounds): €5,600Full‑Kit Total (upper bounds): €7,690
Note: The “Lean Total” uses the low end of each range and assumes EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max + lower service tier. Choosing the smaller DELTA 2 can reduce the Connectivity & Power subtotal by ~€300–€350.
How I’ll Use Excess or Shortfalls
Under target: I will prioritize stay & mobility, then connectivity, then power, then gear.
Over target or discounts received: Funds extend service months, replace worn cables/batteries, or reduce the public goal.
If plans change: I’ll post an update immediately with the revised budget and next steps; donors can always see the ledger.
About Me
I’m Carlo Lippold, a freelance writer and reporter focusing on logistics, field operations, and humanitarian coordination. I value precision, transparency, and safety. Your support helps me stay mobile, connected, and useful.
Ways to Help
Donate what you can.
Share this fundraiser so others who value independent reporting can find it.
If you have gear discounts or a spare data plan voucher, message me first so I can adjust the budget before purchase.
Organizer
Carlo Lippold
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