Originally Posted by chisler29
So ichon and I briefly talked about starting a checking account to help fund COM events. CICCI mentioned helping to fund the regional chapters with $100 a year for the annual event. So just some of the things needed for a carshow would be awards, door prizes, dash plaques, and goody bags. some companies will donate swag for a goody bags, other will charge a small fee for their samples. dash plaques, awards, and advertisement would be the biggest chunk of the money spent. if we have the event at a chrysler dealership they get to write off most of the expenses, and would allow us to have the event for free. if say we use downs park we have to pay for the site. so would the founding members of COM be interested in putting funds aside for an event in 2012? this will be the main topic of discussion when we all get together early next year. so think it over and post your thoughts.
I'm certainly willing to entertain some contribution for getting us started but I think our goal should be to limit our costs (ultimately a zero net cost to members), and develop a balance that sustains our goals / needs to put on or participate in shows and to give back to our intended beneficiaries (charities). As you indicated, we can chat about this early next year but in the meantime, a draft budget should be developed based on what ever factors and priorties we decide on --- i.e. 2 shows, needs per show (site costs, award costs, goodie bags, give-a-ways, entertainment, refreshments, etc.) What ever level we want to work at will define our budgetary needs or limitations. We also need to make sure we coordinate closely and as far enough in advance that we make sure as many of our COM members are available to participate.
Keep the fire burning and let's forge forward.
