Great idea, however I proposed this very idea to my ARES group here in Colorado, and I'm sad to say that it was not welcomed with open arms.
I know there are a lot of Hams out there that would willing to help, but some are dead set against lifting a finger. I thought that was what the amateur radio service was about was helping the communities, and soforth.
Honestly, I find this very unbecoming of a "true" amateur in the spirit of the service. But you can bet, if it were there child, they would be on that radio asking everyone within ear-shot to help, but never mind when it's someone else... The selfishness that was displayed was very appauling and as a result, I have become far less frequent on the air. Really too bad too.
Anyway, Best of Luck!
73
Randy
KC0NVI