COUGAR EXCELLENCE FUND
Excellence Redefined
MEMBERSHIP GUIDE
REDEFINING EXCELLENCE Dear Cougar Supporters, Competing at an NCAA Division I institution, SIUE student-athletes have the opportunity to participate at the highest level, not just academically, but also athletically. As we continue to provide an increasing number of opportunities for our student-athletes to enhance their education, represent the University and participate in competition, we are inviting alumni, community members and fans to stand behind the team and help drive the success of Cougar Athletics. Faced with increasing operational costs and economic uncertainties, we must be prudent with how we manage our resources. To that end, the department strives to identify private funding sources that provide for student-athlete needs, which can’t be met through normal budgetary processes. By making a contribution to the Cougar Excellence Fund, you allow us to continue investing in the lives of the young student-athletes at SIUE. Following the tradition of those who walked the SIUE path before them. Alumni featured within this booklet have gone on to become a member of Team USA, President at one of the region’s largest housing units and a successful entrepreneur and CEO of multiple domestic and international companies. As we move forward in our pursuit of excellence on and off the field, I invite you to consider making a contribution to the Cougar Excellence Fund. Your gift allows us to redefine and grow our culture of excellence within the Division I community and build an environment for champions to succeed. You can make a difference in the lives of our student-athletes and our athletics program. Thank you and Go Cougars!
Bradley L. Hewitt, PhD Director of Intercollegiate Athletics
COUGAR EXCELLENCE FUND What is the Cougar Excellence Fund? The goals of the Cougar Excellence Fund are to provide student-athletes with opportunities to realize their full potential; to create athletic and academic opportunities for student-athletes; and to increase amenities offered in order to attract the best and brightest student-athletes. As the Cougars compete on a national stage, and now as a fully certified member of NCAA Division I, your support will help ensure the continued success of studentathletes both on and off the field. Private gifts are essential to advancing Cougar Athletics.
While support comes from all corners of the world, more donors come from Illinois, Missouri, Arkansas and Indiana than from any other state.
“By making a contribution to the Cougar Excellence Fund, you allow us to continue investing in the lives of the young student-athletes at SIUE.�
-Bradley Hewitt, PhD
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EXCELLENCE REDEFINED SIUE student-athletes, coaches, staff and supporters are redefining excellence by displaying the qualities that come from hard work, knowledge, determination, and the pride in the University and community. The traits encompassed in the people surrounding SIUE Intercollegiate Athletics exude excellence, the quality of being outstanding. This, in turn, makes excellence a synonym for the SIUE athletics programs. Be part of the Cougar Excellence Fund, be part of excellence.
“Donors help alleviate stress of the student-athletes by providing other means that will allow the student-athletes to raise their level of performance.” -Jacob Perkins Men’s Tennis Mechanical Engineering Class of 2016
“Excellence means giving your all and striving to be consistent with your play, both mentally and physically each and every time you step on the court. Off the court, it is the same principle of trying to do your best at all times and giving your all in the classroom and out in the community.” -Tierny Austin
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Women’s Basketball Social Work Class of 2015
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EXCELLENCE REDEFINED The SIUE Way. SIUE TEAM MEMBERS: SIUE staff, coaches and student-athletes start everyday knowing that what happens that day, and each day after, shapes the outcome of EXCELLENCE. -Demonstrate daily an enthusiastic commitment and dedication to the organizational mission. -Strive daily for progress and improvement (with the highest ethical standards). -Compete their hardest in every game, match, etc., but always maintain civility, win or lose. -Acknowledge accountability for their actions and their teammates’ actions.
“To me, excellence means giving everything I possibly have, every time I step onto the field and into the classroom.” -Haley Chambers Softball Speech Communication Class of 2016
-Command their emotions and channel their energy into constructive performances. -Recognize the reality of public perception and how their actions can influence that perception. -Achieve great results, regardless of resources provided. -Believe that the organization and the team are larger than any one person, and that success will come as a team, not as individuals. -Embrace their defined roles. -Regard their collective role as “just” a chapter in a larger journal—one that will tell the story of a great University.
Will you be part of EXCELLENCE?
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INVESTING IN EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP GAP $20,000 $17,500 $15,000
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ue to the generosity of donors, SIUE coaches are being allocated more scholarship dollars to award top student-athletes around the region, nation and world. As expenses increase for tuition and fees, and anticipated costs such as travel, facilities and equipment continue to grow, SIUE remains committed to providing the highest quality education and athletic experience for all student-athletes.
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“For SIUE to be at the top of its game, scholarships are simply one vital tool to attract the best.” - Molly Marcum Women’s Golf Mass Communications and English Class of 2016
Total Scholarship Dollars (in millions)
TOTAL SCHOLARSHIP COST PER SIUE STUDENT-ATHLETE 2.5 2.20 2.0 1.95 1.73 1.5 1.32
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INVESTING IN EXCELLENCE INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT EXPENSES Salaries
17%
Scholarship
28%
2%
“Donors open the door by helping provide scholarships, and it is up to us to find success and excellence with it.” - Jabari Danzy
Other
4%
Facilities
4%
Equipment/Uniforms
8%
Men’s Soccer Corporate Communications Class of 2016
Game
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Travel Recruiting
COUGAR EXCELLENCE FUND DONATION HISTORY 562 550 Total Monetary Gifts (in thousands)
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WAYS TO GIVE ADDITIONAL GIVING OPPORTUNITIES
Being a member of the Cougar Excellence Fund does not have to stop at the annual fund donation. You also can donate in other forms to assist the entire SIUE Intercollegiate Athletics Department. For more information on donating by means of the methods below, please contact the SIUE Department of Intercollegiate Athletics Development team at 618-650-2871. 1. Capital Gifts 5. Estate Planning and Endowments Establishing an endowment provides Facility upgrades are necessary to maintain a competitive edge. These gifts future funding for SIUE student-athletes. Endowments are invested through the will address specific needs of the Athletics Department. Gifts are included SIUE Foundation and provide a means of preserving the original gift while crein determining the CEF membership ating income for an athletics program level. specified by the donor. Distributions are made annually. 2. Matching Gifts You may be able to double your gift 6. Services and Partnerships to the Cougar Excellence Fund with a Services provided toward SIUE’s matching gift through your employer. Department of Intercollegiate Athletics Visit your human resources department may include, but are not limited to, to see if they match donations. contractor and consulting services and business partnerships/sponsorships. 3. Refer a New Member 7. Gifts-in-Kind Refer a new member to the Cougar An in-kind donation is a tangible Excellence Fund, and receive a gift. View commodity or service as opposed to a the Refer a New Member box on the next monetary gift. Examples of gifts-in-kind page for more details. donations are: printing services, merchandise, food and beverage, lodging, 4. Support in the Stands transportation, office supplies, and Purchase season tickets, available auction items. for eight sports, to support your favorite team. If you are a basketball season For questions and more information, call ticket holder, enjoy discounted season the Development Team at 618-650-2871. tickets to six other sports.
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“It is important for alumni to donate, because we are keeping the tradition of excellence alive.”
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Alicia Deshasier, ’08
Donor Gold Medalist, Pan American Games
TESTIMONIALS “I closely relate excellence to the word “greatness.” Traveling to different schools or even walking around campus with a positive attitude and a humble demeanor allows for a ‘great personality.’ Trying your hardest in the classroom and on the field provides you with ‘great opportunities.’ Being productive and staying focused puts into perspective all of the ‘great achievements’ that are within reach. These three important factors are what excellence means to me” - Samantha Jones Women’s Soccer Exercise Science Class of 2016
“It is important for all alumni to continue donating to improve the quality and competitiveness of our athletic programs, to show our student-athletes we are here for them, and to provide the resources to help them achieve at the highest level.” - Corey Wenzel, ’02 Donor CEO, Enclave Properties
REFER A NEW MEMBER
Refer a new member to the Cougar Excellence Fund to receive more benefits. Receive an official Team Adidas wearable for each referral in the Cougar Circle or Pride level. Get an “e” charm or cuff links in addition to the official Team Adidas wearable when you refer a member at the Champion level or higher.
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EXCELLENCE FUND MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Tax Deduction*
CEF Decal & Membership Card
Cougar Excellence Fund Monthly e-Newsletter
Director of Athletics Annual Report Recognition
shopsiuecougars.com Discount
Basketball Season Ticket Priority
Invitation to Special Events
Game-Day Program Recognition
Chimega $15,000 Legend $10,000 Champion $5,000 Pride $2,500 Inner Circle $1,000 Team Member $500 E Member $100 *Contributions associated with becoming an annual member of the Cougar Excellence Fund, providing benefits to the donor, is deductive only to the extent allowed by the law. It is prudent to always consult your tax advisor when determining the deductibility of gifts to the Cougar Excellence Fund.
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Graphic Display Recognition
Priority Basketball Parking
All-Sports Brochure
CEF Premium Logo Item
Post-Season Ticket Priority
Director of Athletics Reception
Chancellor’s Dinner Reception
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BASKETBALL TICKETS STUDENTS
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MEDIA/RADIO TABLE
SCORER TABLE
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COURTSIDE**
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PREMIER*
VISITOR
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COURTSIDE
SIUE SCORER TABLE
GENERAL ADMISSION
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208
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GENERAL ADMISSION
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Individuals at the Inner Circle level and higher will receive priority ticketing, which will allow members to purchase advance season and individual game tickets. Champion-level membership and higher will receive priority-parking passes next to the building in the lots surrounding the Vadalabene Center.
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GENERAL ADMISSION **$300 per seat donation required *$250 per seat donation required
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“To me, excellence means competing and performing at the highest level in order to have success both on and off the court.” - Michael Messer Men’s Basketball Business Administration Class of 2015
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Members at the Cougar Excellence Fund Champion-level or higher will receive priority parking for basketball events that includes a pass to park in Lot F. Chimega-level donors also will receive a VIP parking pass to park in a designated spot for each game. Parking in lots A, 12 and 11 will be allowed on the nights of basketball home events. A permit is required in those lots for all business when there is not a game. Meter parking is available for daily business in the Lukas Athletics Annex lot and on the far side of Lot F.
Key to Parking Parking Lot F
Priority Parking & Handicap Parking
Parking Lots 12, A, G & 11
General Parking
Ticket Gate
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HOW TO MAKE YOUR GIFT Making your gift to the Cougar Excellence Fund “Whether it’s equipment, facilities or scholarships, the impact donors have with their contributions makes SIUE a stronger University and leads to a stronger athletics department.” - Leslie Lindsay Volleyball Mass Communications Class of 2016
Joining as a new member or renewing your membership in the Cougar Excellence Fund is simple. Just fill out the form on page 17 of this booklet, select your payment option and mail it in. Options for payment are below. Your benefits will kick in soon. Check out the calendar on page 16 for important dates and the benefits chart on page 8 for all your perks. For more information on donating by means of the methods below, please contact the SIUE Athletics Development team at 618-650-2871. PLEDGE You may pledge to join the Cougar Excellence Fund at a specified level and pay in-full prior to the first distribution date to start gaining your benefits. The pledge can be paid in any amount, or installments, through the following means. • CASH DONATIONS Checks or cash are a great way to make an immediate impact with your donation. These gifts are acknowledged through a receipt from the SIUE Foundation. • CREDIT CARDS The Cougar Excellence Fund accepts all major forms of credit cards. It is important that the name on the credit card, the account number, the expiration date and a signature are all on the membership form. • ONLINE GIVING At this time, online giving can be completed through the SIUE Foundation website, by clicking the ‘Donate Now’ button on the Cougar Excellence Fund website: siuecougars.com/CEF. For complete instructions on selecting where your donation will go, see the directions on the next page. DEADLINES Each membership lasts for one year, running July 1 through June 30. Gifts made after April 30 will be applied to the following year’s membership. Membership starts on July 1 (disbursement beginning August 31). Gifts made during the school year, after August 31 but before April 30, will be applied to the current year benefits and will not be pro-rated.
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TESTIMONIALS Making a Gift Online To donate online toward the Cougar Excellence Fund, follow these simple steps: 1. Visit SIUECOUGARS.COM. 4. Fill out the online form provided. 2. Click on the ‘Donate Now’ button in the (If you would like to designate your gift top right corner of the site. to a particular program, click the red 3. On the new page that opens, click link titled ‘Click Here to indicate where ‘Make New Gift’ in the red box. you want to give’). 5. Click ‘Submit’ when finished.
“Excellence to me means being the best that I can be while striving to press on beyond the best.” - Nick Moore Cross Country Civil Engineering Class of 2016
“I am forever grateful for the scholarship I received and the gratifying experience of being a student-athlete at SIUE. I credit a lot of my personal growth and professional success to SIUE, my student-athlete career, my scholarship, my coach and my teammates. It is a pleasure to give back, knowing that in some way I am contributing to another young student-athlete’s experience.” - Dion Joannou, ’89
Men’s Tennis Independent Board Member, Advantix Systems, Fort Lauderdale, Fla. 2013 SIUE Athletics Hall of Fame Inductee Doubles All-American 1988 and 1989 Singles All-American 1988
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EXTERNAL AFFAIRS: DEVELOPMENT TEAM
Bradley Hewitt, PhD Director of Athletics 618-650-2871 bhewitt@siue.edu
Mason Glick Asst. AD for Sales & Marketing 618-650-3695 mglick@siue.edu
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Bobby Thoams Asst. AD for Facilities & Fulfillment 618-650-3271 bothoma@siue.edu
Jason Coomer Sr. Associate AD for External Relations 618-650-2841 jcoomer@siue.edu
Kurt Bertels Asst. AD for Business Affairs/Ticketing 618-650-5286 kbertel@siue.edu
NaDean Schroeder Director of Marketing & Special Projects 618-650-2428 nschroe@siue.edu
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Contact Info: SIUE Intercollegiate Athletics External Affairs: Development Team efund@siue.edu siuecougars.com/cef 618-650-2871
FAQs Frequently Asked Questions Who can join the Cougar Excellence Fund? Anyone interested in supporting SIUE student-athletes’ success on the court, in the classroom and in the community can join. Is my donation tax-deductible? Yes, all donations through the SIUE Foundation to the Cougar Excellence Fund are tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law. Please check with your financial advisor for tax information. Please check with your financial advisor for tax information. When is my annual fund gift due each year? The Cougar Excellence Fund memberships run on the University fiscal year, July 1- June 30. Some members choose to pay early. Payments made before April 30 will be applied to the current year’s membership. Payments made after April 30 will be applied to the following year’s membership. When will my benefits begin? Benefits will start when your first payment is made. Items will be distributed according to the schedule for the current year membership starting August 31 each year.
Why did SIUE Intercollegiate Athletics decide to redesign and upgrade the Cougar Excellence Fund? As the economic conditions and expenses of an NCAA DI program change, the need for support becomes greater. As the department grows and the levels of competition increase, so does the cost of maintaining the excellent standards set by SIUE supporters. With each gift, the life of a student-athlete is enhanced. Every gift makes a difference. Are Basketball tickets included with my donation? No, basketball tickets are an additional expense. However, priority choice tickets are available to those Cougar Excellence Fund members who donate at certain levels. Parking passes for basketball games also are benefit options for Cougar Excellence Fund members. What do I need to know about NCAA compliance rules? After your first gift is made, you are considered a booster. Every booster will receive an NCAA Rules Brochure from the SIUE Athletics Development team each year. This brochure also is available online in the menu items under Annual Fund on siuecougars.com.
What forms of payments are accepted? You can make your payment by check, debit card or credit card. Payments can be made in full, or a payment plan can be arranged. To discuss payment plans, please contact the Development Team at 618-650-2871.
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Will you be part of excellence? IMPORTANT DATES APRIL 30 SEASON TICKET RENEWALS SENT JULY 1 NEW YEAR OF BENEFITS BEGINS AUGUST 31 DISTRIBUTION OF BENEFITS BEGINS SEPTEMBER BASKETBALL SEASON TICKET RENEWAL
& SEASON TICKET HOLDER LUNCHEON OCTOBER BASKETBALL SEASON TICKETS AND PARKING PASSES MAILED FEBRUARY COUGAR EXCELLENCE FUND MEMBERSHIP BANQUET MARCH 31 CEF RENEWAL FORMS MAILED
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