Even though our Telephone Workers are all volunteers, CONTACT E.A.R.S., like all agencies, incurs normal operating expenses, maintaining offices and equipment, and working to maintain our high standards of service to the community.  The major source of our income is our annual Volleyball Playathon, held each spring.  We also receive funding grants from the United Way and area churches and agencies.  We also welcome the support of individuals through our Annual Appeal and charitable gifts.  CONTACT E.A.R.S. is a non-profit organization and contributions are tax deductible to extent provided by law.