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The major concern of most organizations wishing to create their own map or guide is funding. With tight budgets and low cash flow, it may seem almost impossible to carry out projects that are planned by your group or club. However, raising money for such projects may be easier than you think.
Here are three suggestions for raising money for your map or guide:
- Many neighbourhood stores, gas stations, insurance companies and restaurants are willing to provide financial assistance to community organizations for worthy projects. Your group or club can then display the company name or logo on the map, which will benefit them.
- Many large companies set funds aside to sponsor community projects and to promote public relations. Write to the companies to explain your clubs idea. (e.g. T.D. Friends of the Environment Foundation).
- Your organization can also raise money by selling products door to door, by organizing an event (e.g. marathon or dance) or by running a lottery for donated prizes. These ideas may take a little more work on your part but will result in obtaining the necessary funds.
