[Knufire]

As Alan mentioned earlier, I think the pilot funding model that PNW introduced this year is a great first step towards this "institutional support". By simplifying the cash flow model through teams/local FIRST organizations/HQ, FIRSTWA was better equipped to fundraise on the behalf of the teams. Looking at the registration fees that PNW teams paid this year, there was a substantial benefit.

Yes, this only addresses the monetary aspect, but I think it's a good starting point.