Originally Posted by
FLBicycle
... I need to refine my questions to prove, not that it could save lives, but that it could sell.....go figure. When saving even one life is also like saving the world. Thank you for your valuable time.
You just defined the line between a business and a charity. A charity would simply say "we have made these flags, to whom should we give them?" A business venture, for better or worse, needs to generate revenue to support the often noble intents and expenses. Perhaps a more philanthropic wrapper would carry your idea farther. "We provide these flags to bicycle co-ops all over the country for their community children's riding lessons. They are encouraged to keep the flag and use it for life. This, Mr/Mrs Philanthropist, is what your tax-free charitable donation of $25,000 is providing to our communities." That just changed the whole balance sheet. Just an idea. Be a 501c3.