The Mid-Ohio Chapter of the Quarter Century Wireless Association (QCWA), Inc. was established in 2004 as an association of experienced radio amateur operators for the promotion of amateur radio communication between members and for the advancement of the radio art with young people interested in amateur radio. 

The national organization of the Quarter Century Wireless Association, Inc. (QCWA) was founded on December 5, 1947, as a non-commercial association of radio amateurs organized for the promotion of interest of amateur radio communication and experimentation, for the establishment and advancement of the radio art and of the public welfare.

In order to qualify for membership in QCWA one must have demonstrable proof of having been first licensed as an amateur radio operator at least 25 years prior to application for membership and must currently be licensed.