Now, MAST does not require any fundraising to be a member of our club. However, due to rising costs of... EVERYTHING, in order for us to keep our fees down, the lowest in Cincinnati, we need to be creative in the way we move forward and keep our team together and allow everyone the best opportunities we can provide we need to offer opportunities to you to help with the financial end of swimming . Ask neighbors, friends, co-workers, teachers or even local businesses. You may be surprised at how willing they are to be MAST supporters.

The Fund-A-Thon will take place during our practice times on October 15th, so we have about a month to go out and get some pledges for each swimmer on the team. 25% of all funds raised can be put towards your family's memberships fees, up to 50% of your total account balance.

I will, also, place a hard copy of the sponsor form in everyone's mailboxes at the pool. Again, this is voluntary but would mean a great deal to the club and can mean a great relief to many families that need some financial support.

We will need some parents to volunteer their time on October 15th to help count laps for swimmers, help fix swimmers goggles, supply drinks, cookies, cupcakes, celery stalks, carrots, fruit and other snacks for the tired little swimmers when the finish.