Cougar Excellence Fund

COUGAR EXCELLENCE FUND

Excellence RedefinedMEMBERSHIP 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 theUniversity 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, PhDDirector 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 student-athletes both on and off the field. Private gifts areessential to advancing Cougar Athletics.

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“By making a contribution to the Cougar Excellence Fund, you allow us tocontinue investing in the lives of the young student-athletes at SIUE.”

-Bradley Hewitt, PhD

While support comes from all corners of the world, more donors come from Illinois, Missouri, Arkansas and Indiana than from

any other state.

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 Athleticsexude 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.

“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

Women’s BasketballSocial WorkClass of 2015

“Donors help alleviate stressof the student-athletes by

providing other means that will allow the

student-athletes to raise their level of

performance.”-Jacob Perkins

Men’s TennisMechanical Engineering

Class of 2016

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EXCELLENCE REDEFINED

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.

-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.

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EXCELLENCE REDEFINED

“To me, excellence means giving everything I possibly have,

every time I step onto the field and into the classroom.”

-Haley Chambers

SoftballSpeech Communication

Class of 2016

Will you be part ofEXCELLENCE?

INVESTING IN EXCELLENCE

$15,000

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Average Cost of Tuition & Fees Per Year (non-resident)

Average Aid Awarded Per Student-Athlete

$7,760$8,554

“For SIUE to be at the top of its game,scholarships are simply one vital tool to attract the best.”

- Molly Marcum

Women’s GolfMass Communications and English

Class of 2016

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Due 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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INVESTING IN EXCELLENCE

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Men’s SoccerCorporate CommunicationsClass of 2016

“Donors open the door by helping provide scholarships, and it is up to us to find success and excellence with it.”

- Jabari Danzy

INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT EXPENSES

COUGAR EXCELLENCE FUND DONATION HISTORY


WAYS TO GIVE

“It is important for alumni to donate, because we are keeping the tradition of excellence alive.”

Alicia Deshasier, ’08Donor

Gold Medalist, Pan American Games

ADDITIONAL GIVING OPPORTUNITIESBeing a member of the Cougar Excellence Fund does not have to stop at theannual fund donation. You also can donate in other forms to assist the entire SIUEIntercollegiate 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 Facility upgrades are necessary to maintain a competitive edge. These gifts will address specific needs of the Athletics Department. Gifts are included in determining the CEF membership level.

2. Matching Gifts You may be able to double your gift to the Cougar Excellence Fund with a matching gift through your employer. Visit your human resources department to see if they match donations.

3. Refer a New Member Refer a new member to the Cougar Excellence Fund, and receive a gift. View the Refer a New Member box on the next page for more details.

4. Support in the Stands Purchase season tickets, available for eight sports, to support your favorite team. If you are a basketball season ticket holder, enjoy discounted season tickets to six other sports.

5. Estate Planning and Endowments Establishing an endowment provides future funding for SIUE student-athletes. Endowments are invested through the SIUE Foundation and provide a means of preserving the original gift while cre-ating income for an athletics program specified by the donor. Distributions are made annually.

6. Services and Partnerships Services provided toward SIUE’sDepartment of Intercollegiate Athleticsmay include, but are not limited to, contractor and consulting services and business partnerships/sponsorships.

7. Gifts-in-Kind An in-kind donation is a tangible commodity or service as opposed to a monetary gift. Examples of gifts-in-kind donations are: printing services, mer-chandise, food and beverage, lodging, transportation, office supplies, and auction items.

For questions and more information, call the Development Team at 618-650-2871.

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Women’s SoccerExercise ScienceClass of 2016

TESTIMONIALS


DonorCEO, Enclave Properties

REFER A NEW MEMBERRefer 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.

“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

“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

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EXCELLENCE FUND MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS


TaxDeduction*

CEF Decal &Membership

Card

CougarExcellence Fund

Monthlye-Newsletter

Director ofAthletics

Annual Report Recognition

shopsiuecougars.comDiscount

Basketball Season Ticket

Priority

Invitation to Special Events

Game-Day Program

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All-Sports Brochure

CEF Premium Logo Item

Post-Season Ticket Priority


Reception

Chancellor’s Dinner

Reception

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, isdeductive 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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TaxDeduction*

CEF Decal &Membership

Card

CougarExcellence Fund

Monthlye-Newsletter


Annual Report Recognition

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Basketball Season Ticket

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Invitation to Special Events

Game-Day Program

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All-Sports Brochure

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Reception

Chancellor’s Dinner

Reception

Chimega $15,000

Legend $10,000

Champion $5,000

Pride $2,500

Inner Circle $1,000

Team Member $500

E Member $100

- Complimentary

Will you be part of excellence?

BASKETBALL TICKETS

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**$300 per seatdonation required

*$250 per seatdonation required


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Individuals at the InnerCircle 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.

“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 BasketballBusiness AdministrationClass of 2015

BASKETBALL PARKING

Key to Parking

Parking Lot F Priority Parking &Handicap Parking

Parking Lots 12, A, G & 11

General Parking

Ticket Gate


Northwest University DriveFrom New Poag Road and Route 111

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Members at the Cougar Excellence FundChampion-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.


HOW TO MAKE YOUR GIFT

Making your gift to the Cougar Excellence Fund

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 30will 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.

“Whether it’s equipment, facilities or scholarships,

the impact donors have with their contributions makes SIUE a stronger University

and leads to a strongerathletics department.”

- Leslie Lindsay

VolleyballMass CommunicationsClass of 2016

“Excellence to me means being the best that I can be while striving to press on beyond the best.”

- Nick Moore

Cross CountryCivil Engineering

Class of 2016

“I am forever grateful for the scholarship I received and thegratifying 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 InducteeDoubles All-American 1988 and 1989Singles All-American 1988


TESTIMONIALS

Making a Gift OnlineTo donate online toward the Cougar Excellence Fund, follow these simple steps:

1. Visit SIUECOUGARS.COM.2. Click on the ‘Donate Now’ button in the top right corner of the site.3. On the new page that opens, click ‘Make New Gift’ in the red box.

4. Fill out the online form provided. (If you would like to designate your gift to a particular program, click the red link titled ‘Click Here to indicate where you want to give’).5. Click ‘Submit’ when finished.

EXTERNAL AFFAIRS: DEVELOPMENT TEAM

Bradley Hewitt, PhDDirector of Athletics

[email protected]

Jason CoomerSr. Associate AD forExternal Relations

[email protected]

Mason GlickAsst. AD for Sales &

Marketing618-650-3695

[email protected]

Bobby ThoamsAsst. AD for

Facilities & Fulfillment618-650-3271

[email protected]

Kurt BertelsAsst. AD for Business

Affairs/Ticketing618-650-5286

[email protected]

NaDean SchroederDirector of Marketing &

Special Projects618-650-2428

[email protected]

Contact Info:SIUE Intercollegiate AthleticsExternal Affairs: Development [email protected]/cef618-650-2871


FAQs

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 CougarExcellence 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 bedistributed according to the schedule for the current yearmembership starting August 31 each year.

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.

Why did SIUE Intercollegiate Athletics decide to redesign andupgrade 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 ofmaintaining the excellent standards set by SIUE supporters. With each gift, the life of a student-athlete is enhanced. Every gift makes adifference.

Are Basketball tickets included with my donation?No, basketball tickets are an additional expense. However, priority choice tickets are available to those Cougar Excellence Fundmembers 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.


Frequently Asked Questions

Excellence Redefined

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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ATH15ANNUAL*Contributions associated with becoming an annual member of the Cougar Excellence Fund, providing benefits to the donor, is deductive only to theextent allowed by the law. It is prudent to always consult your tax advisor when determining the deductibility of gifts to the Cougar Excellence Fund.

Cougar Excellence FundCampus Box 1129 p: 618-650-2871 [email protected]

Edwardsville, IL 62026 f: 618-650-2545 siuecougars.com

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