That’s a fantastic idea, Cranky. I would be happy to volunteer my time and money to an endeavor like that.
Oh, and add me to the list of people whom Fortune has been kind to this year, and who would like to pass some of it on to Poly.
I don’t have a lot of money, but I got a job recently after being unemployed for 5 months this year. I’d like to contribute something if possible.
(And as a small, insignificant contribution, my 1000th post is in Polycarp’s honor.)
My best wishes to Poly and his family in their time of trouble.
I have a spare PC in my attic that he could use, but I’m in Ireland 
Well, jjimm, maybe one of the things we could do is get you the funds to ship it over to Poly. I’m afraid I’m not in a position to spear head all of this, but I’m another who can chip in some if someone will coordinate.
Looks like we’ve got more than enough PC’s offered, but add me to the list of people who have a perfectly good (if old), functioning PC & monitor sitting around just collecting dust.
I don’t have faith in G-d, but I have a lot of faith in Polycarp. I would also like to help if I can.
Cheers, Keithy
[Raises hand] I don’t have any spare computers but I would be honored to help out with money.
Hey, I"m here in Raleigh, right near Poly and wife.
I’d like to help also.
The car idea is a good one. That is what they prolly need most, as it is what you use to go get food and such necessities. I’d like to hear more about that and maybe try and do something about it.
As far as the puter goes…I do all of the shipping and recieving for my company, and can receive for Poly whatever is sent. I also have tons of puter parts here, but I’d need a few odd and ends (mostly a processor) to make him a nice puter from all of these spare parts.
I also have a paypal account, and am willing to contribute or collect…but Scotticher is the one we usually turn to when there is a collection for someone being taken up and we need a trusted doper to handle the monies.
I have some extra computer parts laying around (a CDR-W drive, a DVD drive, and maybe another), I’m not sure what sort of condition they are in, but if that will help, I’m game to send it. I can also contribute a little money.
Feel free to contribute parts to this address: I’ll build it and present it to Poly.
If enough parts arrive for two full puters, then the second one will go to the next Doper in need.
Umm, anyone out there with a spare monitor?
Ship to:
Janeen W.
Carolina Digital
3200 Spring Forest Rd
Raleigh, NC. 27502
As I said, I do the shipping and receiving here, so I’m the one that will see and open any packages that arrive. No names will be shared unless you are willing to be named. 
Poly hang in there, the pendulum will soon swing back in your favor.
Hello to all.
I was turned on to this site by aenea a short time ago and have been able to observe just a bit of your discussions. I am glad to see that there are still kind hearts out there, especially in one’s time of crisis.
I look forward to observing more and hopefully be able to engage in discussions with you. Until next time…
Without Polycarp posting…it just feels like the soul has been ripped out of the SDMB.
I have a Paypal account and a checking account, and would be glad to chip in to the Polycarp fund. Just tell me where to send it!
Perhaps what we should do it immediately get someone who is willing to collect whatever people volunteer to this particular cause. Let’s do that right away; I don’t care who it is. Sounds like aenea is the logical person for physical stuff, but for money/paypal it can be anyone. If Dopers wish to have Scotticher do it because of her history doing this in the past, let’s do that (but someone drag her in to officially say yes first!).
But I’d also like to discuss the wider issue of an emergency support fund, perhaps after the holidays? Setting it up will be simple, but discussing how to administrate it (and anticipating thorny issues) needs to take place. If it makes the mods uncomfortable, we can discuss it off-list.
Hey, and I don’t think Poly needs an ISP. Couldn’t he just hook his computer onto his hotline to God? (joke).
If Poly wants or needs money, let me know where to send it. In the meanwhile, he has my best wishes. Heck, even my blessings! (Another joke).
I feel honored to be part of such a great group of people.
Should there be a call for action count me in.
Waiting for an official statement in response to our offers here.
Ok, well officially so far it’s this:
If you want to mail parts and pieces or whatever, the address is listed above.
As far as contributions go, I’ve email Scotticher, and asked her to drop by this thread to consult. As I mentioned earlier, she has handled this sort of situation for us in the recent past and is know by the multitudes to be very very honest and trustworthy.
I’m so glad you posted that, Aenea. Thank you!