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(Talk about how important getting big and small business can be challenging)
An important lesson that Jahannie pointed out was to approach businesses that can relate to the scholarship. Choose local businesses that know the situation and know your story because if they understand, they will be more likely to donate.
Don't limit yourself to just businesses, though. Ask professors and other faculty or personnel who share your passion. If they share your passion and you have a plan and a good pitch, then don't assume they won't help. You miss every shot you don't take.
Go big, get a website. A website can allow your cause to reach so many more people. Let people know what your doing. Add a link to a Go Fund Me page as well. Every little bit can help.
Lastly, it may not seem ideal, but don't rule out your personnal savings. Don't dry up your bank account, but don't rule it out either. You're asking others to donate to a cause your passionate about, if you donate your own money it will show your passion rather than you speaking about it.
Don't forget to give your donators recognition, too. Unless they request not to recieve it, it is nice to do to show your appreciation.
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