[Ed Law]

Originally Posted by cbale2000

Not entirely accurate, in Michigan at least, FiM seems to fund districts only "as needed" and strongly encourages district planning committees to find funding sources themselves. Our local district was almost entirely funded from our local sponsors (Though FiM does cover the costs associated with the field, such as carpet, tape, and transportation).

You are correct. I have edited my post. Thanks. My point was MI district events try to save money because they don't have a big budget to spend.