SCHOOLHOUSE CRAFT FAIR

PROS

• It is an established/recognized event
• There is potential to raise unrestricted funds
• May help with MEF visibility /name recognition
• Student groups perform/run concessions to earn funds

Net Revenue 2019
$38,130 (down $2,412)
Expense 2019
$4,756 (up by $1,564)
Difference-MTSD quoted for custodial in 2018 -never charged

CONS

• It is a lot of work! (before, during, after)
• 100’s of volunteers are needed
• Unknown Pandemic impact at least in 2021
• Limited space

CAN WE MAKE THIS WORK?

IDEA

• We invite MEF fund organizations to vie for one of 3 “spots” to provide event volunteers and they will receive 1/4 of the net profit.

PROS
* Volunteers guaranteed
* Incentive provides motivation to support event
* New MTSD orgs may establish funds to be eligible
* Org responsibilities will include getting info out
to vendors & attendees

Cons

• Still a lot of work!
• Decisions about 2021 event need to happen ASAP

POTENTIAL EVENT DATE SAT., DEC 3 AND SUN., DEC 4

Answers
Why doesn’t AW want to do it anymore?
Vendor feedback (past/future)

FOR NEXT MEETING

• Email Kris with questions, concerns, ideas, opportunities
• Solicit feedback about past events(confidentially)
• Recovenue before board meeting to discuss and make a recommendation statement for BOT