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Originally Posted by B. Flaherty
I don't know about any other private/parochial schools, but 1626 this year encountered an added challenge to being a rookie, getting a major sponsor to back us. We pursued many companies, only to be turned down due to their "company policy" which says that they cannot support something that is religion based.
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We've had this problem with several companies. Many of them do have company policies that prevent their support of any religious-based organization. Others just have a corporate culture that prefers supporting public schools over private ones.
It's very individual. One large aerospace company turned us down because we're a church-based school while another one has supported us for a number of years. Just keep knocking on doors. Any good salesman will tell you that you can't let a rejection keep you from trying again! Our sponsors include both nationally known companies and small local businesses. Try all kinds!
If you get turned down because of religion, it doesn't hurt to pass that company's name along to one of your nearby public school FIRST teams. While they may not be able to help you, that opportunity can be turned into a blessing for another team.
Penny Ross
Hope Chapel Academy