Campaign to Sustain

Family, Education, Tradition and Pride.

These four principles have provided the foundation upon which Northern Illinois University has shaped the lives of young people throughout the country.

In order to continue NIU Athletics’ mission to enhance NIU, our community and region through service and engagement while developing champions in the classroom, in competition and in life, and building on the rich history and success of the teams and individuals who have come before us, NIU Athletics has launched the Campaign to Sustain.

The Campaign to Sustain will ensure NIU Athletics’ ability to carry on the rich tradition established by previous generations, while lifting future Huskies to new heights and filling our alumni and entire campus community with pride. In addition, an expectation of a dual solicitation on behalf of both athletics and academics will benefit all Huskie students now and in the future.

Cost of Attendance

Through cost of attendance, NIU student-athletes receive additional resources (stipends) above and beyond room, board, books and tuition which supplements their reasonable living expenses. This stipend aids in their adjustment to life as a college student, as the unique time demands required of student-athletes make it difficult, if not impossible, to secure a job.

For NIU coaches and programs, cost of attendance stipends allow them to recruit and retain premier student-athletes that will continue the storied tradition of NIU Athletics.

Your support of cost of attendance will ensure the Huskies are competitive in all sports and directly affects the areas of:

        • Recruiting
        • Academics
        • Student-Athlete Well-Being

Support a Cost of Attendance Endowment

4% Yearly Return
4-Year Endowment = $75,000
Why? $75,000 x 4% = $3,000
$3,000 sponsors cost of attendance for one student-athlete per year

Forever Huskies Endowment Program

This program directly benefits Huskie student-athletes and helps create a legacy that will support NIU Athletics now and for a lifetime. Individuals who choose to support the Forever Huskie Endowment Program are helping sustain the continued excellence of NIU Athletics. Our goal is to fully endow all 235 cost of attendance scholarships.

Online
Visit huskieathleticfund.com or click on any Donate Now button on this page. Online contributions may be made with American Express, Discover, MasterCard or Visa credit cards. Please designate your gift to "Other" and type Athletics Campaign to Sustain in the box.

Check
Mail a check, payable to “NIU Foundation” to the Huskie Athletic Fund Office at P.O. Box 906, DeKalb, IL 60115.

Matching Gifts
You can increase your level of giving by combining your contribution with matching funds from your employer. If your employer will match gifts to NIU Athletics, please enclose your employer’s form with your contribution.

Gift-In-Kind
Donated services or items (e.g. food and beverage, athletic equipment, printing, air travel, etc.) that would normally be purchased by the NIU Athletic Department are considered gift-in-kind and are always appreciated. Subject to University approval and IRS regulations, the value of the contribution would be credited to your account.

Gifts of Securities
Stocks, bonds, mutual funds, etc. are accepted in partnership with the Northern Illinois University Foundation.

TYPES OF SUPPORT

Naming Rights
Leave your mark on NIU Athletics and leave a legacy that will be viewed for years to come through a naming rights gift. Naming opportunities exist at each of the NIU athletic facilities.

Endowments
Endowments generate earnings, and the principal is invested for the long term, sustaining the future of NIU Athletics. You can direct your gift to support a particular interest or to be used where the need is the greatest.

Estate Giving
Through thoughtful estate planning, you can ensure that the important people and favorite causes in your life receive support for many years to come. The tools and resources the NIU Foundation can provide will help you learn more about preparing an effective estate plan and planning a gift to NIU.

Sport-Specific Giving
Contributions to NIU Athletics may be allocated to the sport of your choice. Support any or many of the 17 Huskie sports programs.

Cost of Attendance
Contributions towards cost of attendance covers student-athlete’s expenses beyond room, board, tuition, and books. See Page 7 of the Campaign Overview book for more information.

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