ABOUT US
K4Y.History.radio • IRS 501(c)(3) Non-Profit

OUR MISSION: “KEEP THESE STORIES ALIVE”

K4Y.History.radio is an IRS 501(c)(3) Non-Profit organization dedicated to preserving and sharing the pivotal stories of the American Revolution through Amateur Radio special events and educational outreach. We believe that the The Surrender at Yorktown and the combined forces of Patriots, French allies, and militia who secured victory deserve to be remembered and honored for generations to come.

“Amateur radio provides a unique platform to connect people across the world in remembrance of our shared heritage of freedom and independence.”
— K4Y Team Mission Statement

WHAT WE DO

📡 Amateur Radio Special Events

We organize annual special event stations commemorating the The Surrender at Yorktown and other pivotal Revolutionary War battles, connecting thousands of Amateur Radio operators worldwide.

Annual Events: K4Y (Battle of Yorktown), plus participation in the Chasing Cornwallis Challenge series.

📚 Historical Education

We provide educational resources, historical content, and storytelling to help Americans understand the significance of the The Surrender at Yorktown and its impact on world history.

Focus: Making Revolutionary War history accessible and engaging for modern audiences.

🤝 Community Outreach

We partner with historical societies, museums, and educational institutions to promote awareness of Revolutionary War history and the importance of preserving these stories.

Goal: Inspiring patriotism and historical awareness through Amateur Radio.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION

📋 Legal Status:

IRS 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Federal EIN: 47-3403543
Tax-deductible donations accepted

🎯 Core Values:

  • Historical accuracy and educational integrity
  • Honoring the sacrifice of American Patriots
  • Promoting Amateur Radio as a public service
  • Building bridges across communities through shared history

Volunteer Opportunities Available: Join our mission to preserve Revolutionary War history through amateur radio

JOIN OUR MISSION

Become a volunteer and help us preserve Revolutionary War history through Amateur Radio special events and educational outreach.

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Powder Horn - As valuable as gold to the 1780 Militia

SUPPORT OUR MISSION

Powder Horn - As valuable as gold to the 1780 Militia

If you think what we are doing is important, please consider helping us Keep the Stories Alive.

“We honor the Men and Women Who Won America...we are their witness now...without a witness...their stories just disappear.”

⚖️ Tax-Deductible Donation
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During the war, a powder horn filled with black powder was as valuable as gold to the Militia. Today, your support is just as vital to help us "Keep the Stories Alive"

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