[Cadets and YEA new path forward]

On 2/22/2020 at 11:14 AM, George Dixon said:

My point was actually that while I would expect much better design and instruction the long term success will depend more on the organizational strength of their BOD and financial structure

as far as talent or experience level of the membership I feel strongly it will be maximized by good design and instruction this summer - Cadets have never had the “most talent” 

Hi George. We are extremely confident in our financial structure and our board. As long as great people like you and everyone who has supported The Cadets continue to do so then we will continue to be fine. I have been around drum corps and fundraising since 2011 and see no reason that fundraising will be anything but successful as it has always been. 

[Cadets and YEA new path forward]

On 2/21/2020 at 11:10 AM, fsthnds said:

Last night Denise specifically said they DO NOT have a 501c3 at this time. They are in the process of applying for it. 

Until they have a BOD in place I believe they would not be able to even apply to the IRS. That tells me that the earliest they will even be able to apply for it is 4/1.

Remember the 501c3 is not only for contributions but is also a way for a non-profit to save on sales and other taxes!

Just to clarify...The Cadets at present still operate under the YEA! umbrella. We will be an independent non profit organization beginning on March 31, with a full board of directors as required by the government. Please please rest assured that we know what we are doing. If you have serious questions or concerns about this then please email me at bmartin@cadets.org. As the Development Director i can assure you that you can make a donation to The Cadets today or after March 31 and everything will be fine. 
 

Brad Martin

Development and Marketing Manager

The Cadets