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REASONS FOR FUNDRAISING
At their September 27 meeting the Dresden board voted unanimously
to adopt the plan submitted by the Athletic Fields Committee
and proposed a bond of $2.58 million, to be voted on November
8. In this proposal is an independent fundraising component
that requires us to raise $100,000 in unrestricted funds. To
purchase desired items not in the proposal, such as dugouts,
scoreboards, and a shelter, we need to raise at least another
$50,000, bringing our goal to $150,000 plus.
For some folks the big question is: Why fundraise for
something that has been traditionally paid for by the taxpayers? The
answer is not black and white. However, here’s
our basic philosophy: The rules have changed; with the
rising cost of education, extracurricular activities— including
athletics—must be partly financed via private fundraising. More
and more school districts are seeking private funds to construct
everything from athletic fields to gyms.
Within the Dresden district, we too are trying to control
the rising cost of education. Below are some specific
reasons for why we are seeking to raise private donations to
help pay for Dresden athletic facilities.
- The Athletic Fields Survey indicated that the public was
far more likely to support a bond that was below $3 million. This
assumption was based on analysis of the questionnaire results
by Bob Sokol, Dartmouth sociologist, who concluded that as
the figure climbs toward $3 million Dresden must demonstrate
that more than just Dresden students will benefit. Unfortunately,
this latter contingency could not be promised. Per
the approved plan, the cost to taxpayers will not exceed
$2.58 million.
- There is also plenty of anecdotal evidence that the community,
which is highly sensitive to a rising tax burden, would like
to see some fundraising effort. More specific evidence
can be found in the comments written in on the athletic
fields survey.
- By helping ourselves, others are more likely to help Dresden
by passing the bond.
- Because the Athletic Fields Committee’s proposal
is relatively barebones, there are a number of items that
need to be funded independently, such as bleachers and scoreboards.
- Those in the community who feel strongly about the importance
of team athletics have an opportunity to show their support
by aiding fundraising.
- Last but not least, these donations are tax deductible.
PLEASE NOTE: Everyone in the Dresden community will
benefit from the construction of athletic fields, from the
high school students, to the kids in recreation programs using
the fields.
How to Make a Donation
The most efficient means of making a donation is to send it
to the Dresden School District,
which has created a holding account that will be credited interest
and audited annually by an independent auditor. Checks
are payable to “The Dresden School District – Athletic
Fields Fund.” Please download the Dresden
Athletic Fields Donation form, fill it out, and send it to the SAU office.
You will receive a letter from the SAU acknowledging your contribution.
SPECIFIC ITEMS TO FUND
In addition to supporting the fields plan with an unrestricted
donation, there are a number of specific items individuals
or local businesses may desire to fund.
| Items at HHS |
Estimated Cost |
| Scoreboard |
$7,000-10,000 |
| Storage Facility |
$15,000 |
| Press Box |
$7,000 |
| Additional bleachers (50 seats) |
$6,000 |
| Items at Dresden Norwich Fields |
Estimated Cost |
| Shelter |
$10,000-$15,000 |
| Baseball dugouts (2) |
$7,000-10,000 |
| Soccer goal posts (2) |
$750 each |
| Trash receptacles (6) |
$750 each |
| Bleachers (100 seats) |
$12,000 |
To sweeten the package, we've offered
the following levels of giving. Obviously, any contribution
is most appreciated.
Coaches Circle: $5,000 OR MORE (Members
of the Coaches Circle will receive a Lifetime Family
Season Pass for up to six members)
Varsity Club: $1,000 OR MORE (Members
of the Varsity Club will receive a Lifetime Season Pass
to all Hanover High Athletic Events)
Friend of the Fields: $100 OR MORE (Friends
of the Fields will receive a Season Pass to all Hanover High
Athletic Events for 2005-06 and 2006-07)
Fields Donation Form
RECOGNITION PROGRAM
Unless indicated otherwise on your donation form, we will
be recognizing individual and business donors in a number of
ways:
Plaque at Hanover High School
-Names will be placed on a plaque for permanent display on
the HHS campus.
Full Page Display Ad in Valley News
-A full-page ad will be taken out in the Valley News thanking
contributors.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Program
-At ribbon cutting ceremony, there will be a program handed
out to the public, in which donors will be recognized.
Additional means of recognition are available for area
businesses.
Fields
Donation Form
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