The 1,000 BRONCOS Campaign is an umbrella organization designed to generate support for Fayetteville State University athletics.
The campaign helps to ensure that FSU's student-athletes enjoy the best possible athletic and collegiate experience. The organization oversees fund-raising efforts, initiates communication, and plans events that seek to connect alumni, parents, and friends with Fayetteville State University athletics, with the goal of achieving and sustaining excellence in intercollegiate athletics.
Letter from the Athletics Director
OUR MISSION
The mission of the 1,000 BRONCOS Annual campaign is to strengthen Fayetteville State University's commitment to student-athlete excellence both academically and athletically. Through the 1,000 BRONCOS involvement, volunteers, fans, alumni, and former student-athletes collectively seek to provide the funding that is vital for all 12 sports.
1,000 BRONCOS PRINCIPLES
We will pursue the vision of Fayetteville State University Athletics with great integrity and dedication to our core values and unwavering loyalty to Fayetteville State. To achieve our vision, the 1,000 BRONCOS campaign will focus on four areas of excellence.
- Membership: We will maintain and grow our 1,000 BRONCOS base of support. While exploring ways to retain new members, we will develop creative and ambitious new membership campaigns.
- Fiscal Responsibility: We will be financially responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us by our donors. We will establish aggressive, yet realistic goals to fund our department priorities and other long-term needs of FSU Athletics.
- Donor Service: We will provide outstanding donor service and stewardship to our members while continuing to develop programs to engage our members with FSU Athletics.
- Staff Development: We will attract and develop fundraising professionals with a commitment to the university and the department.
9 WAYS YOU CAN SUPPORT FAYETTEVILLE STATE ATHLETICS
TODAY
1. Be an advocate for FSU Broncos. Wear your FSU gear with pride. Acknowledge other fans in the community. Help us engage others to join our cause. Follow us on Twitter @FSUBroncos, and like us on Facebook and Instagram @FSU_BRONCOS. Work to engage and involve your Fayetteville State University friends to support the BRONCOS!!
2. Attend more games. Come to more of our home games. Regardless of the sport, the greatest attendance and atmosphere start with you. Be a leader by example and prioritize attendance.
3. Join or upgrade your membership in the 1,000 BRONCOS. Scholarship support is the core of our mission. Your annual fund gift supports this initiative.
4. Refer a friend or family member. Encourage your classmates, friends, and co-workers to support our student-athletes by joining the 1,000 BRONCOS.
5. Take pride in our student-athletes. Talk about the great accomplishments of our student-athletes in person or via social media. Word of mouth is still our most powerful tool.
6. Read articles on the FSU BRONCOS! Make sure you read the articles about the FSU Broncos in the Fayetteville Observer, on Twitter, and on our website. Share them with your friends and family and make sure everyone you know is up-to-date with the latest info on FSU.
TOMORROW
7. Create an Endowed scholarship. If you have the ability, consider creating a family legacy or taking the opportunity to remember a loved one or coach, player, or an administrator.
8. Support a capital project. If you have a passion for one of our sports, consider getting involved with a capital priority. We currently have active projects and specific plans have been created and naming opportunities are available.
FOREVER
9. Include FSU Athletics in your estate. An easy and significant way to make a difference is through a provision in one's estate to support the athletic department. A percentage or specific amount can make a difference in our program.
METHODS OF GIVING / METHODS OF PAYMENT
Cash/Check Donations - Cash or Checks are always acceptable. Please make checks payable to FSU Athletics.
Debit/ Credit Cards - The FSU Athletic Department accepts American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa debit, and credit cards. Payments can be made in one-time installments, or we can charge your card on a monthly or quarterly basis.
Payroll Deduction (FSU Employees only) - University employees may give through payroll deduction. Complete the membership form and submit it to the FSU Athletic Development office.
Online Giving - The FSU Athletic Department is proud to offer the ability to make a gift online. Visit the FSU Athletic website at Fsubroncos.com and click "Donate Now."
Matching Gifts - The donor must consult the benefits office at his/her place of employment to see about matching gift eligibility. If eligible, the donor must fill out a matching gift form from his/her employer and submit it with the donation. The donor is responsible for ensuring that all matching gift funds arrive in a timely manner.
Planned Gifts - Individuals may make gifts through their estate. Charitable Remainder Trusts, Pooled Income Funds, and Charitable Gift Annuities allow donors to make major gifts to FSU Athletics and retain income for a fixed period of time.
Memorial Gifts - Memorial gifts are a fitting and loving way to pay special tribute to a loved one. Donors may make gifts to the FSU Athletics in memory of loved ones or friends. On the memo line of your check, specify the name of a loved one. Additionally, please provide the name and address of the family member you would like us to notify of your gift.
Gifts-in-Kind - Gifts of goods or services can be great financial assistance to FSU Athletics while offering the donor a tax deduction for the fair market value of the gift. All Gifts-in-Kind must be submitted in writing and pre-approved by the Assistant AD/Development.
Real Estate - Gifts of real estate may also be of value for Fayetteville State University Athletics. In addition, real estate donations may also provide substantial tax benefits for donors.
