How many people participate on RallyPoint on a regular basis? Daily? Weekly? Monthly? Even Annually?

CPT Jack Durish — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 12:05:30 -0400

My ranking leads me to believe that I am one of more than 750,000 veterans registered on RP. How many active duty members are there? How many have died? How many registered, looked around and moved on? How many hung around a while until they got bored or were lured away by some other shiny new website? How many went away offended?

Why do I ask?

It seems that I see the same few faces responding to the same posts by other frequent visitors, daily visitors. Yes, I'm one of those and I too wonder if I shouldn't be doing something more useful with my time. I keep threatening to get back to writing stories but keep stopping by here to share my thoughts with any who might care to read them, or to share a few jokes with any whom might need a chuckle.

But recently I share something important, a tragedy that has visited one of our own. I thought it a worthy cause to donate my money and alert others to here on RallyPoint. Thus far, the response has been tepid. No, it didn't even rise to the level of "tepid".

I know that we didn't serve expecting to become wealthy. Indeed, for many, maybe most, every dollar counts. Still it seemed reasonable that this cause was worthy of even a little help.

A little girl, the daughter of one of our own is struggling with cancer. Her father reached out for help by establishing a GoFundMe account. His request was modest. Just $15,000. Imagine if just 2% of the registered RP veterans donated $1, he would have succeeded. Sadly, it hasn't happened.

That's why I ask: How many are participating on RP regularly? I can't imagine that many would walk away from this tragedy.

Response by SPC Margaret Higgins made Mar 9 at 2020 12:10 PM

SPC Margaret Higgins — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 12:10:35 -0400

CPT Jack Durish: Jack, I participate in Rally Point; daily.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 9 at 2020 12:11 PM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 12:11:00 -0400

CPT Jack Durish I don't participate NEARLY as much as I used to. As you are well aware of, it has become a competition to see who can post first w/o really saying anything in that post. It used to be a place to come to get advice, make connections, share ideas, etc. I don't see the people I connected with so long ago even on the site too much anymore, other than SFC James J. Palmer IV aka "JP4", really.
Also get extremely tired of duplicated posts/mass posts of photos. It has, sadly, lost the intent it was created for, it seems.

Response by Lt Col Charlie Brown made Mar 9 at 2020 12:12 PM

Lt Col Charlie Brown — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 12:12:41 -0400

CPT Jack Durish I don't know how many of us are on here. There are a fair number of requests for help; sometimes even Col Burroughs requests don't seem to get much traction. I did donate and I reposted to FB. I will pray for the little one

Response by MCPO Roger Collins made Mar 9 at 2020 12:15 PM

MCPO Roger Collins — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 12:15:02 -0400

Why did the word addiction come to mind? If anyone feels the topics are not suitable, don’t participate.

Response by CWO3 Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 9 at 2020 12:17 PM

CWO3 Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 12:17:51 -0400

It's a welcomed multi-task for me. Lots of info posts.

Response by SGT James Murphy made Mar 9 at 2020 12:22 PM

SGT James Murphy — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 12:22:43 -0400

I've been busy with other VET related Activities but at my Peak, It was Daily. I've had to cut back because of the client's needs though. We Build Websites for Vet Owned Businesses, Small Mom and Pops and Faith-Based Organizations.

Response by SFC Michael Hasbun made Mar 9 at 2020 12:44 PM

SFC Michael Hasbun — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 12:44:00 -0400

Depends on OPTEMPO. Right now things are fairly relaxed, so I can do daily... But there have certainly been times where I was monthly at best.

Response by SGT Robert Pryor made Mar 9 at 2020 12:48 PM

SGT Robert Pryor — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 12:48:53 -0400

One problem I have with this site is there a lots of folks I'd love to follow because their posts are so interesting. But I don't know how to do so unless they specifically mention me. I have the groups I follow, but that's not enough for me. If someone could explain how to follow individuals, that would help. Most of these people are in my contact list, but I only find their posts by accident sometime. And I think expecting everyone to mention a bunch of folks every time they comment is a bit much.

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 9 at 2020 12:59 PM

Sgt Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 12:59:50 -0400

CPT Jack Durish I am usually on here daily. RallyPoint is a great way to provide guidance to new service members and potential recruits.

Response by LTC Joe Anderson made Mar 9 at 2020 1:32 PM

LTC Joe Anderson — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 13:32:46 -0400

I check RP daily but don't always post or participate. Other times I'm posting on 2 or 3 different subject streams at once. But I am fairly new on here (Since Oct or Nov). So I can't comment on if another shiny object will lure me away. I tend to prefer the debate postings. They challenge me more and I like participating even if I'm just playing devils advocate. although some on here can get quite emotional when it comes to their opinions. I also like passing on my military experience (While it's still relevant) to junior service member when the post questions.

Response by CMSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 9 at 2020 1:37 PM

CMSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 13:37:12 -0400

Daily when I'm in town. Missed the GoFundMe post. Care to repost it?

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 9 at 2020 3:32 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 15:32:06 -0400

I'm on here every single day. Just to read if not posting something myself.

Response by Maj Robert Thornton made Mar 9 at 2020 5:47 PM

Maj Robert Thornton — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 17:47:37 -0400

Jack, I can't remember if I saw that post or not. Can you post the link to the GoFundMe me page?

Response by SPC Michael Oles SR made Mar 9 at 2020 6:25 PM

SPC Michael Oles SR — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 18:25:13 -0400

I don’t see the post

Response by COL Mikel J. Burroughs made Mar 9 at 2020 6:39 PM

COL Mikel J. Burroughs — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 18:39:23 -0400

Great question - you know the answer for me CPT Jack Durish

Response by SP5 Dennis Loberger made Mar 9 at 2020 6:48 PM

SP5 Dennis Loberger — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 18:48:02 -0400

I used to regularly (weekly at the least) participate on Quora. I have since stopped and deleted the app. I found I didn't have time for it any more and it had much of the same thing over and over. I prefer this site on which I participate about 5 times per week. I have not seen the post to which you refer. I am quite certain now that I don't see everything from all my contacts.

Response by SCPO Morris Ramsey made Mar 9 at 2020 6:53 PM

SCPO Morris Ramsey — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 18:53:26 -0400

Maybe Not everyday. But I consider myself a daily participant.

Response by Cpl Mark A. Morris made Mar 9 at 2020 7:06 PM

Cpl Mark A. Morris — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 19:06:55 -0400

With two jobs Sir, I miss a lot of posts. But I enjoy stopping by and sometimes posting to wizz in the Post Toasties of the enemy.
I realize there is no rule on how many posts one can make. But it does clog up the toliet when one makes 10 posts in a row. Are they interested in all those different issues?
Have a great evening CPT,

Response by CPL Douglas Chrysler made Mar 9 at 2020 8:28 PM

CPL Douglas Chrysler — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 20:28:42 -0400

Sorry I missed the request. I haven't been here all that long, and as Spring gets closer I won't be able to stay connected as long.
There has been a couple incidents that were a little unnerving. Enough so that I haven't finished my profile. But, mostly I really look forward to seeing everyone's posts and comments, and answering them. I must be missing something though, because I wasn't aware there was any competition. I'm game if someone would explain, or point me in the direction where I can find out about it.
I don't know what it was like a couple years ago, but it's pretty fun now. I can't say enough how great it is to see posts from all the terrific people here, and how disappointing it is when someone isn't connected for a while.
Thanks everyone.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 9 at 2020 10:27 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 22:27:00 -0400

Daily, Sir

Response by SPC Michael Oles SR made Mar 9 at 2020 11:22 PM

SPC Michael Oles SR — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 23:22:10 -0400

There is a way to continue to help children with Cancer beside go fund me and saint Lukes and it don’t cost money simply grow your hair and after it gets 12 “ harvest it and mail off to I was using locks of love but I heard they started charging for the wigs I have curly hair and the children ask more for curly hair wigs but they will take any style. It’s easy to make child smile but it takes something more for a child with cancer to smile. You can do it they take my brown and grey hair. Sorry I hope did take away from the original post.

Response by Sgt Kelli Mays made Mar 10 at 2020 1:05 AM

Sgt Kelli Mays — Tue, 10 Mar 2020 01:05:34 -0400

CPT Jack Durish Don't have a clue. I come and go...miss a few days...catch up...miss a week cause my grandson is around or I'm out of town...then catch up.... Many seem to be on daily...but good question.

Response by SPC Terence Q Burns made Mar 10 at 2020 3:20 PM

SPC Terence Q Burns — Tue, 10 Mar 2020 15:20:12 -0400

Working on a Vet-Owned business to bring our Homeless Veteran's with families back into transition with jobs and transportation provided, everything posted here comes to my email. Can't do daily anymore since we're working in six states, but I keep up-to-date as much as I can.

Response by SPC Nancy Greene made Mar 15 at 2020 9:43 PM

SPC Nancy Greene — Sun, 15 Mar 2020 21:43:14 -0400

Ask myself That question quite frequently Sir...I am in contact with above mentioned SM...very disappointing not more response & assistance...
Just My Two Cents...

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 15 at 2020 10:07 PM

Sgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 15 Mar 2020 22:07:00 -0400

CPT Jack Durish - I left you a long response, never heard back from you... Just wanted you to know that I was finally able to reach the GoFundMe page & I made a good contribution... I also posted the link & picture to my DAV FB page & to an ELKs FB page.. BTW, I received a nice note from the little girl's father...
Amen brother...

Response by SMSgt Lawrence McCarter made Apr 10 at 2020 12:36 AM

SMSgt Lawrence McCarter — Fri, 10 Apr 2020 00:36:14 -0400

Usually I'm there daily along with a few other sites I'm also part of.