do what i am doing, BUDGET, build stuff from things you have lying around, steal parts from old toys (batteries are especialy usefull) get somone to be a partner ( ie, they help with money) maby, if it will see alot of view on the internet or be entered in a contest, try to get sponsored by small local companies. sell old toys, live off of raman noodles for a month if you have too, do what you must.