World Wide Radio Operators Foundation
Known for Contesting. Built for So Much More.
You know WWROF as the sponsor behind some of the world’s biggest radiosport competitions. That legacy still defines us, but it is only part of our work. Today, we also invest in skill-building, youth pathways, operating standards, and long-term stewardship to strengthen amateur radio worldwide.
World-Class Contest Stewardship
Supporting major global competitions with trusted standards and infrastructure.
Recognition That Matters
Honoring operating excellence and leadership across the amateur radio community.
Global Operating Integrity
Promoting fairness, consistency, and transparent adjudication at scale.
Future-Focused Investment
Expanding youth, education, and long-term operating vitality.
Foundation
Trusted at the highest levels of radiosport.
WWROF has helped power and protect top-tier radiosport for decades. From operating standards to adjudication integrity and recognition programs, our foundation is built on visible, measurable contribution.
Standards & Integrity
Protecting competitive credibility through disciplined processes.
Recognition
Honoring achievement and leadership in the community.
Global Radiosport Support
Helping the ecosystem operate at world-class levels.
By the Numbers
Been Around, Done a Lot.
2009
Year incorporated
7
Sponsored contests
200M+
QSOs adjudicated
1,700
Donors (all-time)
63
Active Volunteers
$2M+
Strategic Investments
Framework
Vision and Values, Translated Into Action.
Vision sets our direction. Values define how we work. Our strategic framework turns both into practical initiatives that strengthen operators, competitions, and the broader amateur radio service.
Activity
Proficiency
Integrity
Purpose
Activity
Expand participation and on-the-air engagement through Get Involved and DX & Radiosport programs.
Proficiency
Develop real skill via Education & Innovation and Youth pathways.
Integrity
Uphold fairness and standards through Awards & Recognition and disciplined operating frameworks.
Purpose
Advance long-term impact through Community & Convening and Stewardship.
Future
The Future Amateur Radio Deserves.
Our long-term aim is simple: strengthen amateur radio as a respected global service and a living operating culture, supported by disciplined standards, new participation, and responsible stewardship.
Globally Valued Service
Recognized for societal value, including STEM advancement and communications support.
Growing Community
A vibrant and expanding practitioner base with steady inflow of new licensees.
On-the-Air as Core Pillar
Active operating remains central to sustaining globally valued spectrum allocations.
Radiosport as Driver
Competition fuels learning, experimentation, and international goodwill.
Ethical Stewardship
An example of integrity, responsibility, and ethical spectrum stewardship.
What’s Your Path?
Wherever you fit, there is a clear way for you to be part of the WWROF story.
Operators
Compete, learn, and contribute on the air.
Youth & Educators
Build skills, mentoring, and future pathways.
Donors
Sustain high-impact programs and operations.
Sponsors & Partners
Collaborate to strengthen the ecosystem.
Latest
Invest in excellence. Strengthen the future.
WWROF is a mission-driven 501(c)(3). Your support helps sustain the programs, recognition, and leadership that keep amateur radio vibrant.