FIRST Forums
Purdue FIRST Forums is an opportunity to learn about a variety of FIRST-related topics from alumni, mentors and current students. This event has been held annually since 2001.
Sponsorship Training presented by FIN
We are hosting a sponsorship training session hosted by Chris Osborne, Director of Programs at FIRST Indiana. All FLL, FTC, FRC teams including their student members, mentors, parents, guardians, and volunteers are welcome!
We will provide snacks and water.
Please do the following in preparation for the workshop:
Workshop Prerequisites
Watch Simon Sinek Ted Talk (17:47)
Review the Community Analysis materials
Teams please bring a copy of your budget (basic format is acceptable)
Teams please bring:
One example of a successful fundraiser
One example of a less successful fundraiser
Agenda for 90 minutes training session:
1. Warm up activities - ~10-15 minutes of some fun activities to get the brains and muscles moving.
2. Why vs What - have students practice with each other explaining their why - have a few come do it front of group.
3. Do the math:
A. What is the team budget? -
B. What type of fundraising works best for the budget?
C. How does that break down per participant?
D. Sponsorship pyramid
4. Steps to sponsorships:
A. Find potential sponsor - review community analysis
B. Get past gatekeeper/get meeting - practice
C. At meeting, get commitment - practice
D. Nurture the sponsor