Need the facts on HOBY Maryland? Trying to explain exactly what it is that HOBY does? Need some key numbers from the seminar? This fact sheet will make your job a lot easier as you explain HOBY, and will give your contacts some information to keep.

HOBY Maryland relies heavily on sponsorship, whether it is from individuals, civic organizations, or corporate sponsors. If you need to approach a possible sponsor, this document will help you show and explain all the possible options and benefits when donating to HOBY Maryland.

Of course, sometimes the easiest and most personable way to approach a possibe sponsor is with a letter. Use this template to write a letter to anyone you'd like to get involved in HOBY.

This template is set up so that you must fill in the blanks. Please read it carefully.

The information provided in the letter is some basic background on HOBY. Feel free to supplement this letter with the specifics of your request and to customize the letter to your target audience.

Want to help out the Maryland Leadership Seminar? One of the easiest, most cost efficient ways is by sponsoring a plate! That's right, help sponsor students one meal at a time by buying one student's meal to which a plaque will be placed at their seat so they know who their sponsor is.

Volunteers, feel free to print out multiple copies and sell plates to friends and family. Details are all included on the sponsorship form.

Want to be a Facilitator at the seminar? Here's your chance. All Facilitator applicants MUST BE 21 YEARS OF AGE. Read the included cover letter and fill out the application. Details are all included inside. The application deadline is February 1, 2003. Please keep in mind the seminar date has been announced as May 30-June 1, 2003.