Chapter 17

“I never said it would be easy, Theodore,” responded Ms. Metzger. “We are gaining momentum, thanks in large part to your efforts with the internet. We must keep marketing every good deed, every accomplishment, and every newsworthy action by any senior. Then we’ll start hitting the local businesses for contributions, or marketing deals.”

Christine heard Theodore observation that the building fund was floundering and decided to raise money proactively. “Ashley, after school today, we’ll stop at some businesses. We have to make them aware of our goals and try to get them to consider helping us somehow, preferably with cash. We’ll stop at the bank first and talk to Tyler’s dad. He should be willing to help since his son is a senior.”

“So that’s what we’re trying to do, Mr. Smith,” finished Ashley as she and Christine sat back to listen to Tyler’s dad express his opinion.

“Tyler mentioned all this to me a few weeks ago. It’s a very ambitious endeavor. Building wings in hospitals is extreme