[HighlandersFRC]

Me and 3 other mentors started a team just about 1 year ago. In order to start the team, we created our own non-profit organization. Are you planning to start the team with the help of a school or other non-profit? If not, you will need to figure out if you should start your own non-profit or find one to work with. It took me about 8 months to fill out, submit and hear back from the IRS, so plan your time accordingly.
As far as sponsorship...my kids created a presentation and visited many business owners during the preseason to gain sponsorship. They also found local businesses that offered grants for supporting the local youth.
Please feel free to fire me off any other questions you may have...Our team was lucky enough to win the Rookie All Star award and will be preparing for the Championships so we are crazy busy getting ready for that. I would love to help you out...this is truly an amazing program and the kids are having so much fun!