Get The Community Involved to Help Support the Cost of the Program!

• This is the type of program where every level of your local community can be a player.

• Civic groups look for opportunities to participate in community projects.

• Businesses want to be seen as involved “corporate citizens” of the area they do business.

• Open a “Tax Deductible Account” for businesses to contribute to and give them the documentation they need to have the IRS recognize it as a tax free donation, while they are helping their community.

• Consider charging $50.00 per student to pay for printing, postage, materials and instructors. This cost can be paid by tax dollars, but if the student gets it for free, they may not take their personal commitment as seriously as you will have to take your financial commitment.

• A Team member appreciates having the proper equipment to work with in an emergency situation. Make an equipment bag, reflective vest, and hard hat available at an additional cost, or let local businesses sponsor the purchase of that equipment. The student should fill the bag with equipment and keep it in their personal vehicle for emergencies.

• Since you are promoting this program on a community involvement basis, print Tee-shirts, patches, window stickers and other identifying items. Allow the student to purchase these items to show both his/her involvement, as well as their commitment to support the program cost.