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somethingpink03
09-17-2007, 09:41 PM
Hello all!

First of all, I apologize for being kind of non-existant around the boards/meets lately. Working full time, going to school, and getting ready for Miss Maine USA leaves for very little spare time... if any.

On to the Miss Maine part. Considering that I am working so that I can make it through college, I don't have a lot of cash for anything, let alone the pageant. This is where you, or anyone you know can come in. I am in extreme need of sponsorship ($$) so that I can participate. For those of you who know me, making it to Miss USA has been my dream my whole life, and now it can be a reality with your help.

Any money sponsored is tax-deductible for businesses through their advertising expense. The name of the organization/business will be mentioned in the program book, which is seen by over 1000 people attending the pageant. I am also selling ad space in the program book, which can cover my entry fee, which alone is $695. That doesn't even include any of my wardrobe needs, including my gown, interview outfit, and swimsuit.

I would really appreciate any help. For those of you who do not have a business or organization, maybe you know someone who does. Last year I was fortunate enough to raise almost $3,000, which just about covered my expenses. Last year was my first year in the pageant, and coming in 3rd runner up wasn't too bad either. This year, however I am in it to WIN!

If you have any questions, please PM me and I can give you my contact info.

Thanks!!!

Amanda ~bounce~

banned4life
09-18-2007, 07:02 AM
i cant decide if this should be moved to yardsale or general banter

unsakred
09-18-2007, 08:05 AM
lol scs sponsorship?

Nate8409
09-18-2007, 08:13 AM
I have already started sponsoring my motor. Sorry.

TurboRush
09-18-2007, 08:42 AM
I'll donate a $20 spot to a good cause... not much, but hey.

banned4life
09-18-2007, 10:11 AM
feels like a vendor status is required! lol

somethingpink03
09-18-2007, 12:33 PM
lol... I don't know what else to do! I am striking out everywhere. I've sent letters, emails, phone calls, etc. No luck :(

unsakred
09-18-2007, 12:36 PM
try a myspace bulletin or something :)

banned4life
09-18-2007, 01:17 PM
lol... I don't know what else to do! I am striking out everywhere. I've sent letters, emails, phone calls, etc. No luck :(

craigslist? trade for photos?

unsakred
09-18-2007, 01:40 PM
Well, you could start your own blog (off blogspot.com) and upload some pics into a flickr account, trying to maximize your content and keyword usage to miss maine usa, or relative keywords. On your blog you could run adsense and have a paypal donation button.

Submit your pic to reddit / digg etc. try to get more of a grass roots movement going.

those are just some ideas off the top of my head.

Robk0000
09-18-2007, 04:28 PM
my dad can probably get you a schoilaship, but that would be it...highly doubtful though, and my company doesnt do donatations cause they have to pay for expensive trucks :(

banned4life
09-18-2007, 08:20 PM
I'll donate a $20 spot to a good cause... not much, but hey.


how about donating to the forum?

doylfish
09-18-2007, 09:12 PM
i cant decide if this should be moved to yardsale or general banter


ouch

somethingpink03
09-20-2007, 09:16 PM
bump for the crown!

TurboRush
09-21-2007, 07:05 AM
how about donating to the forum?

I can do that too.. how can I ensure my money goes to a good cause and not someones drinking fund?