[Jon Jack]

Actually banks are a good place to go, and not for a loan. Apparently banks have to donate a certain amount of money every year. The problem with this is that banks have to go through a lengthy process to decide where the money goes. We've had several banks consider giving us money, and a couple actually donate.

Something you could do (as a last resort) is ask a parent, mentor or anyone else involved with the team to front you the money and if you don't raise all the money this year you can raise a little extra next year.

Good Luck! At least you know now that your going to Atlanta, imagine going to a last week regional and finding out that your going to Atlanta!