CHARGEON FUND
EVERY GIFT, NO MATTER THE SIZE, MAKES A DIFFERENCE.
In support of UCF Athletics’ vision to be a perennial Top-25 athletics program and “Orlando’s Hometown Team,” it is essential to recruit, retain and develop championship-caliber student-athletes and coaches by delivering exceptional academic support services, competitive operating resources (equipment, travel, salary and scholarship) and world-class athletic facilities for competition, practice, training, recovery and nutrition.
While continued support from each season ticket-holder and our corporate partners is critical in generating enhanced revenues, UCF’s ChargeOn Fund team targets philanthropic support from all alumni, fans, community friends and corporate partners. Our student-athletes continue to excel in competition, in the classroom, and in the community thanks to the support of Knight Nation.
GIVE NOW to help us continue to build the future of college athletics, or keep reading below to learn more about the ways you can support UCF Athletics.
Looking to make an invesment in the future of college athletics? As we transition to the Big 12, the support of Knight Nation is critical as we continue to compete and advance at every level. Charitable gifts make a significant impact on the growth and success of UCF Athletics and the lives of our 435 student-athletes. Join the ChargeOn Fund as we leverage our rapidly growing alumni base to prove Knight Nation can compete against anyone.
METHODS TO GIVE TO THE CHARGEON FUND
Gifts such as those listed below are recognized through the ChargeOn Fund:
- Cash
- Appreciated/Marketable Securities
- Real Estate
- Tangible Personal Property
- Paid-Up Life Insurance Policies
- Charitable Lead Trusts
- Cryptocurrency
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CHARGEON FUND
Gifts to the ChargeOn Fund support all critical priorities for UCF Athletics. Unexpected expenses that can hinder the ability for our student-athletes to compete at the highest level are supported by this fund.
UCF ATHLETICS DIRECTOR FUND
Gifts to the UCF Athletics Director Fund support Terry Mohajir's vision for UCF to become a perennial top 25 program.
JOHN & MARTHA HITT SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Gifts to the John & Martha Hitt Scholarship Fund help with educational expenses (tuition, fees, room, board, books) of student-athletes who receive scholarships to attend UCF and represent the University in intercollegiate competition.
SPORT-SPECIFIC GIVING
Gifts to particular sports programs help provide the exceptional equipment, facilities, and staff that are needed to compete at the highest levels. Donors can choose to give to any of our varsity sports programs.
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CHARGEON FUND ANNUAL GIVING
An individual who makes a charitable gift to UCF Athletics of any amount becomes a UCF Athletics donor. Donors are then recognized based on the level of their gift. Those who give less than $5,000 on an annual basis are part of UCF Athletics Annual Giving.
A significant part of UCF's promising future is the aggregate potential of its vast and growing alumni base. As an attempt to realize this potential over the next decade, ChargeOn Fund Annual Giving is here to encourage charitable support of UCF Athletics from $1 to $4,999 annually. In preparation for our transition to the Big 12 Conference, our goal is for Knights to consider increasing their current contribution level by 125 annually. Can our student-athletes count on you?
CLICK HERE to become a ChargeOn Fund donor today! For questions, or to donate by phone, please call us at (407) 882-1289.
CHARGEON FUND RECURRING GIFT PROGRAM
Expanding upon the 12 for 12 campaign which launched in Fall 2021, our new recurring gift program gives knights the opportunity to invest in UCF Athletics in a sustainable way. Donors can choose 2 or 5 year commitments for their recurring gifts based on their gift level. Knights that give between $1,200 to $4,999 annually will be invited to a ChargeOn Fund Appreciation event. All donors will be recognized for their support through thoughtful stewardship strategy.
- Discovery | $12 for 12 - $144 annually (2-year commitment totaling $288)
- Orion | $50 Level - $600 annually (2-year commitment totaling $1,200)
- Polaris | $100 Level - $1,200 annually (5-year commitment totaling $6,000)
- Artemis | $200 Level - $2,400 annually (5-year commitment totaling $12,000)
Questions about joining at $1,200 or above? Email Latoya Jackson, assistant director for annual giving.
SHAREHOLDERS SOCIETY
The Shareholders Society, established in 2018, recognizes donors that make charitable gift commitments of $25,000 or more ($5,000 or more annually over a five-year pledge term) to UCF Athletics beyond their support as a season ticket-holder.
Shareholders will be appropriately stewarded with exclusive, unique engagement opportunities at each relative level of recognition.
Shareholders Society commitments of $25,000 or more in support of UCF Athletics can be designated to any of the following athletic priorities:
- Capital/Facility Projects
- Sport-Specific Funds
- Dr. John and Martha Hitt Athletic Scholarship Fund
- Athletics Director's Fund
CLICK HERE to join the Shareholders Society today!
Recognition Levels:
Big 12 Founders
$5 million in lifetime giving (threshold as of June 30, 2021)
Legacy Knights
$1 million in lifetime giving (threshold as of June 30, 2018)
Legacy Circle
$250,000 or more ($50,000 pledged annually over five years or more)
Athletic Director's Circle
$125,000 ($25,000 annually over five years)
Big 12 Shareholder
$60,000 ($12,000 annually over five years)
Shareholder
$25,000 ($5,000 annually over five years)
Methods of Giving to the ChargeOn Fund
Gifts such as those listed below are recognized through our Shareholders Society stewardship program:
- Cash
- Appreciated/Marketable Securities
- Real Estate
- Tangible Personal Property
- Paid-Up Life Insurance Policies
- Charitable Lead Trusts
- Revocable Planned Gift Commitments*
*Please contact the ChargeOn Fund staff to discuss eligible estate gift commitments through revocable bequests and/or trusts.
To join the Shareholders Society, please email the ChargeOn Fund staff. or CLICK HERE.