Here's my two-cents. Perhaps a petition of sorts to show our support and interest regarding these records should be organized. Then, it must be taken to the locals. Contact the historical society, genealogical societies, etc. and plea with them. They aren't going to let just anyone visit those records for this purpose, so we need local backing. A moment toward saving them and getting support from the organizations in the area that have a vested interest is what is needed at this moment...first steps first. THEN, if something can be negociated with some organization, perhaps all these wonderful volunteers could be of help. FYI for the person offering to transcribe, but has never done so....It isn't as easy as it seems and accuracy is so very important. You may need to learn and practice this for your own research (unless you only use the Internet), so I strongly suggest that you order some deeds for your family and practice. I've transcribed records for years and there is a great variety of handwriting and spelling over the centuries. Sometimes the script in the 1600s is easier to read than the more recent centuries. HOWEVER, I suggest this practice in kindness and from a voice of experience....if you don't do it for a while, it takes a bit to get back into the groove. I have even shared doing some transcriptions with others so two pairs of eyes catch everything. Over thirty years of genealogical experience, talking here... <VBG> E Seeking Ogan, Bevin, Barnes, Wickersham, Ary and others in Belmont Co, OH in early 1800s.