Out of money. What can I do?

[Calvin]

We have a team of kids, and many other who want to join. And I have just realized that we don't have the $6,000 to register for the 1st Event.

Our last year's management people have left, and everything has fallen into my hands. I have found some organizations that might grant us the money. But I don't think we will have the money by December 9, 2005 (deadline).

Is it possible to negotiate with FIRST? Maybe pay the money later, or in increments? I’m sorry, I'm only a programmer and have just first looked into the world of actually running the team.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.