Hi everyone, I am not a leader in the PTA but I did happen to stumble upon this thread while doing some research for my son, he is a freshman is highschool, he has two learing disabilities, along with a seizure disorder. Last year he was medically homebound for most of the school year, although this year he is doing so wonderful. He is thriving beyond what any of his advisors ever thought.
He just received a nomination for the Congressional Youth Leadership Council to participate in the National Youth Leaders State Conference. However, the cost of this honor, is right at $1600. My husband is a Police Officer, and I am disabled. Funds are very tight to say the least. With this opportunity, he is allowed to do fundraising, and also receive personal donations from anyone, except Congress members or State Senate Members. This is all new to me, I am at a loss on how to help him, and where to start for donations, or fundraising. Not to mention, the deadline for the first payment is January 25th, 2013. Any ideas or suggestions I would greatly appreciate. If anyone could provide me with a list of possible places that would donate or help in anyway possible. If he is provided with this opportunity, it will open many doors for him for college scholarships, and top Universities. Not to mention, when I met with his teachers the other day, if Jeffrey stays on track, doing the work level and keeping his grades where they are now at a 3.8 gpa, he will be able to graduate a half year early. So any help would greatly be appreciated. Thank you so much, a very proud momma. Paige