MEMBERSHIP GUIDE 2016
WHAT AN EXCITING TIME TO BE A COLORADO BUFFALO! Loyal CU Supporters,
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t this time last year, we asked you to help us take CU Athletics to the “Next Level.” You responded with unparalleled support, and many of you increased your giving to the Buff Club for the first time. Thank you!
Since we joined the Pac-12 Conference in 2011, momentum and enthusiasm regarding the future of CU Athletics has reached new heights, and the performance of our student-athletes across all sports has not disappointed! The motivations for our transition into the Conference of Champions were many, including an alumni base in the Pac-12 footprint more than three times as large as our former conference, enhanced academic and research alignment with peer institutions, and the fact that California is CU’s largest source of non-resident students. However, whether close to home or across the country, our most important stakeholder group will always be our loyal alumni, donors, and fans that contribute to the Buff Club each year. Buff Club members are the lifeblood of our operation, and we simply could not be successful without you. Much has changed in Boulder in the last year, but the work is not yet done. We are in the midst of the most transformational capital and endowment fundraising campaign CU Athletics has ever undertaken – the Sustainable Excellence Initiative (SEI). We are committed to building a foundation and providing the resources necessary for each of our athletic programs to reach the highest levels of success in the Pac-12 and nationally. Our goal is aspirational, yet achievable: $105 Million We must continue to build a robust network of philanthropic support and alumni engagement if we are to reach our full potential. Buffs everywhere must be aligned with us and share our vision for sustainable excellence. Anything less would be to fall short of our stated mission when we joined the Pac-12 Conference. Whether renewing your Buff Club membership or joining for the first time, we are asking you to partner with us by making a financial commitment today. Join us in this historic pursuit. Join us in the Drive for $105M!
RICK GEORGE, Director of Athletics Buff Club Donor
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Go Buffs!
TABLE OF CONTENTS 04 What is the Buff Club? 05 Expense & Budget Overview 06 Sustainable Excellence Initiative 07 The Drive for $105M 08 National Buff Club Cabinet Scholarship & Endowment 09 Donor Programs 10-11 Buff Club Benefits & Priority Ranking 12 Football Seating 13 Football Parking 14-15 Premium Seating 16 Men’s Basketball Seating 17 Men’s Basketball Parking 18 Women’s Basketball Seating & Parking 19 Volleyball, Soccer & Olympic Sports 20 FAQ 21 Folsom Field Events 22 Contact the Buff Club
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What’s new in 2016 T
he Buff Club is excited to share several new updates and benefits designed to make your membership experience more rewarding.
The 2016 Buff Club Membership Year runs from July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016. This timeline coincides with the Athletic Department’s fiscal year. • This membership model is designed to provide donors the maximum amount of time to complete pledges and establish an annual membership level and priority ranking. The membership level and priority ranking you establish in one year drives the benefits you are eligible to receive in the following year. • In contrast to past seasons, in 2016 all donations, including football and basketball priority seating donations must be paid in full by June 15, 2016 in order to establish your priority ranking.
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• Due to construction impact, football parking procedures for 2016 have not yet been finalized. Your priority ranking as of June 15, 2016 will determine your eligibility for football parking and we will communicate extensively as this process continues.
NEW BUFF CLUB BENEFITS!
A new tiered approach to Buff Club donor benefits designed to reward your loyalty and provide value for your overall commitment • Opportunity to purchase discounted single game football tickets • Complimentary Women’s Sports Pass voucher • Discounted special event rental rates through Folsom Field Events
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W h a t is the
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he Buff Club exists to secure philanthropic funding that directly supports CU Athletics in its mission to deliver a world-class and comprehensive student-athlete experience. With a commitment to and an intimate understanding of CU Athletics, we connect our donors’ passions with the vision and priorities of the department by leveraging our professional expertise in a uniquely personal way. The mission of the Buff Club is to strategically grow our support base while increasing philanthropic giving for CU Athletics.
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SOPHOMORE, TENNIS
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BUFF CLUB CORE VALUES
JUNIOR, TRACK & FIELD
INTEGRITY – We always operate in an honest, confidential, and ethical manner PASSION – We are passionate about our University and optimally aligning the philanthropic interests of our donors with the needs of our student-athletes TEAMWORK – We work in partnership with our colleagues in both Athletics and throughout the University, respecting and embracing each individual’s unique value towards achieving a collective goal
DEDICATION – We have unwavering commitment to the shared vision of the University and Athletic department, while striving to achieve new standards for excellence in everything we do Supporting the University of Colorado and our student-athletes with a donation to the Buff Club is the best way to directly impact the future of CU Athletics.
IMPORTANT DATES
Mid-April Football season ticket Dec. 31, upgrade process 2015 Year-end tax deadline
Nov. 2015 2016 Buff Club renewal & membership guide mailed
2015
June 15 • Basketball season ticket renewals due • ALL BUFF CLUB DONATIONS DUE to establish priority rank (see pages 10-11)
2016
Oct. 2016 Basketball tickets mailed
Mid-Feb. Football season ticket renewals available*
Mid-March Football season ticket renewals due
Early May Basketball season ticket renewals available*
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June 30 End of Buff Club fiscal year
July 2016 • Football tickets mailed • Football parking assignments complete • Basketball season ticket upgrade process
*Football and Basketball renewals will be sent via email.
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e have publicly stated that we will operate in a fiscally responsible manner and achieve a significant improvement in our financial condition by 2016-17. One of the achievements of which we are most proud is the fact that we have had a balanced budget for the last two years. By focusing on operating efficiently and increasing revenues through well established and innovative initiatives, we are on a path to sustained financial stability. Fiscal responsibility is the new standard for CU Athletics, and we could not accomplish this without the generous support of our Buff Club donors. REVENUES
TOTAL
% OF TOTAL
Football Tickets
9,625,000
13.8%
Men’s Basketball Tickets
2,221,000
3.2%
Women’s Basketball Tickets
173,000
0.2%
Other Sports Tickets
63,000
0.1%
Contributions
9,705,350
13.9%
Sponsorships
4,177,550
6.0%
Pac-12/NCAA
26,285,500
37.7%
Licensing
680,000
1.0%
Parking
275,000
0.4%
Booster and Outside Events
1,373,500
2.0%
Concessions/Merchandise
727,100
1.0%
Student Fees
1,539,000
2.2%
Institutional Support
8,951,448
12.8%
Other Revenue
3,981,950
5.7%
69,778,398
100.0%
TOTAL
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EXPENSES
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EXPENSE FISCAL YEAR 2015-16 BUDGET OVERVIEW ANNUAL STUDENT-ATHLETE EXPENSES Each year the Buff Club strives to secure funding for the complete student-athlete experience. With the annual cost of scholarships and direct expenses such as travel, academic support and sports medicine, the individual student-athlete investment surpasses $89,000 annually (out-of-state).
Sports Operating/Recruiting (Includes salaries, travel, & equipment)
22,540,000
32.3%
Game Guarantees
1,116,975
1.6%
Game Management, Operations, Officials
3,359,400
4.8%
Scholarships
10,809,000
15.5%
4,347,000
6.2%
Student Athlete Support (Sports Medicine, Strength, Academics, Health & Wellness, Nutrition, Equipment Room)
Administration
4,005,350
5.7%
Facilities, Maintenance and Utilities
6,273,200
9.0%
Debt Service
6,946,115
10.0%
Institutional Fee
2,441,300
3.5%
Spirit Groups and Ralphie
363,125
0.5%
Promotions, Booster Events, Ticket Office, Sports Information, Buff Vision
4,135,175
5.9%
Other Expenses
3,441,758
4.9%
69,778,398
100.0%
*Total expense for one out-of-state football student-athlete per year. EXPENSE AREA Strength & Conditioning Sports Medicine Nutrition Academic Support Equipment Travel Additional Meals/Lodging Scholarship TOTAL
TOTAL EXPENSE* $1,976.00 $5,309.00 $3,106.00 $2,243.00 $6,293.00 $12,385.00 $3,393.00 $54,618.78 $89,323.78
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PROJECT ELEMENTS:
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DAL WARD ATHLETIC CENTER RENOVATION:
THE NEED: BUILD FOR THE FUTURE. DON’T FIX FOR TODAY
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ince Rick George’s arrival in 2013, he has driven an unprecedented investment in the future of Colorado Athletics. At an estimated cost of $156 million, the Sustainable Excellence Initiative represents the most significant commitment to athletic facility enhancements in the CU’s history. Our vision of Sustainable Excellence is about transforming opportunity. In achieving this vision, each student-athlete that takes the field in black and gold will do so bolstered with the knowledge that they have every resource necessary to be successful. Inspired by the passion of our Buff Club donors, we believe that the resources we are investing today will lead to success for decades to come.
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Dedicated locker room, sports medicine, weight room, and cardio training facilities for all Olympic sport programs.
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Expansion of Academic Center and dedicated space for Leadership Development Program
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New Touchdown Club for game day premium seating and special events
CHAMPIONS CENTER: New home of CU Football and athletic administration, featuring state-of-the-art facilities that include:
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• High Performance Sports Center (open to public) • Sports Medicine – hydrotherapy, treatment, doctor’s and trainer’s offices, exam rooms, rehabilitation space and x-ray room • Strength Training – new weight room, cardiovascular equipment, and staff offices with direct access to Indoor Practice Facility for enhanced training capabilities • Conference and meeting space, football team lounge and theater, team dining facilities, expanded equipment room, and sports video editing suite. • Rooftop Terrace for game day and special events
THE PROJECT: BUILDING SUSTAINABLE EXCELLENCE
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hanks to the generosity of our donors, we have achieved incredible progress in the last year, but our work is not finished. When complete, the elements of the Sustainable Excellence Initiative will improve the student-athlete and fan experience with access to facilities and resources that will be second to none in the Pac-12 Conference.
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INDOOR PRACTICE FACILITY (IPF): The construction of 120,000 sq. ft. multi-purpose practice facility will include an artificial turf football field and a six-lane 300-meter track. A net zero, self-sustaining facility, the IPF will serve all sports programs and allow CU to host sanctioned track and field competitions. Adjacent to the IPF will be 106,000 sq. ft. of outdoor grass practice fields.
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DRIVE FOR $105M
his ambitious goal is comprised of capital and endowment fundraising priorities, offering unique recognition opportunities for gifts of all sizes. We are calling on all friends of Colorado Athletics to join us in this
historic pursuit. Consider what role you can play – consider YOUR LEGACY – and make an investment in our future and the experiences of our studentathletes. With the leadership and support of all Buffs, we can achieve our vision of sustainable excellence!
www.CUSustainableExcellence.com
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DID YOU KNOW?
The National Buff Club Cabinet consists of 205 members spanning 20 states and the District of Columbia.
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he National Buff Club Cabinet (NBCC) is an exclusive membership program for CU Athletics’ most generous annual supporters. Comprised of alumni, parents, friends, business and civic leaders, and even CU coaches and administrators contributing $10,000 or greater annually, NBCC members receive unique benefits and event invitations throughout the year. In appreciation for their impact on our pursuit of sustainable excellence, we host a weekend for NBCC members each football season to discuss the current state of our programs and future plans for CU Athletics.
Incredibly, members of the NBCC accounted for 70% of total giving to CU Athletics in 2014-15. In 2016, we are poised to build upon the generosity of this loyal segment of the CU family to advance our vision of becoming a premier intercollegiate athletics program. With the backing of our NBCC members, our ambitious goals are attainable, and we are on the path to unprecedented academic and athletic achievements. Consider becoming our newest NBCC member today!
NBCC MEMBERSHIP GROWTH: 2013 – 157 members 2014 – 184 members 2015 – 205 members
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NBCC BENEFITS INCLUDE: • National Buff Club Cabinet Weekend Invitation, including On-Field Experience* • Exclusive NBCC Ticket Lanyard • Premium Gift from CU Athletics • Invitation to attend the Spring Academic Breakfast • And more! *If you are unable to attend the National Buff Club Cabinet weekend, other on-field opportunities may be available. Please contact your Buff Club representative for more information.
SECURING THE FUTURE OF
COLORADO ATHLETICS
ENDOWMENT GIVING
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ndowment giving provides an opportunity to establish a legacy of support for CU Athletics that will survive in perpetuity.
Endowments allow a donor to establish a fund in support of any CU athletic program. Each year, distributions from these endowed funds are used for a specific purpose, as defined by the donor. Endowments can provide support for scholarships, facilities, academics, or any other area about which the donor is passionate. Comprised of over 100 funds, CU Athletics’ endowment is currently valued at more than $15 million. While we are grateful for the contributions of so many loyal endowment donors, this figure is dramatically lower than many of our peers and competitors throughout the Pac-12 Conference and the nation.
Our ultimate goal is to build a much stronger pool of endowments, providing much-needed annual financial support. We must increase our focus on this vital source of revenue as we strive for Sustainable Excellence.
PLANNED GIVING
SCHOLARSHIP DONOR PROGRAM
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tudent-athlete scholarships will always be among Colorado Athletics’ largest annual expenses. The Athletic Department spends over $10M each year to support the scholarships of over 300 student-athletes.
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The Scholarship Donor Program is an initiative to secure resources specifically designated for these annual scholarship expenses. Being a Scholarship Donor is an exceptionally rewarding way to make a positive and lasting impact on the lives of our student-athletes. Scholarship Donors have the opportunity to build uniquely personal relationships with student-athletes, getting to know them outside of the field of competition. A commitment to the Scholarship Donor program begins at $10,000 per year. Five year commitments are preferred, providing an opportunity to remain paired with a student-athlete from the beginning of their career through graduation. Scholarship donors also receive many additional benefits, including invitations to exclusive events, a premium gift each year, and other experiences that are unique to our scholarship donors.
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he Buff Club encourages donors to consider planned gift vehicles such as charitable trusts, gift annuities, bequests, life insurance policies, and other tax-wise tools. There is a planned gift option to suit nearly every circumstance, and each strategy has distinct benefits for you and CU Athletics. Please contact the Buff Club to learn more about planned gifts in support of CU student-athletes.
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Benefits & Priority Ranking
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he Buff Club Priority Ranking system is used to determine a donor’s ability to obtain various benefits (parking, seating improvements, postseason tickets, etc.). The Priority Ranking system is a two-step system. The first ranking component is the donor’s annual giving level. Within each giving level, donors are further differentiated by their cumulative Priority Points.
STEP 1 — ANNUAL GIVING LEVEL A donor’s annual giving level is the first tier of the Priority Ranking system. TIER 1
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NATIONAL BUFF CLUB CABINET
TIER 1 BENEFITS
TIER 2 BENEFITS
TIER 3 BENEFITS
TIER 4 BENEFITS
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Stampede Magazine
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All Tier 1 Benefits
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All Tier 1 and Tier 2 Benefits
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Buff Club License Plate Frame (available upon request)
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Recognition Online at www.cubuffclub.com
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Recognition Within the Football Game Program
All Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 Benefits
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Opportunity to Purchase Discounted Single Game Football Tickets (subject to availability)
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Exclusive Access to Presale Ticket Offers and Special Event Invitations
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Two Complimentary Tickets to Annual Football Kickoff Luncheon (available upon request)
National Buff Club Cabinet Weekend Invitation
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Invitation to Attend the Spring Academic Breakfast
Tax Deduction*
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One Complimentary Women’s Sports Pass (must be activated)
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Exclusive NBCC Ticket Lanyard
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Premium Gift from CU Athletics
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*Contributions for priority seating are estimated to be 80% tax-deductible; please consult your tax advisor to confirm the tax deductible portion of your gift to CU Athletics.
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Discounted Rental for Folsom Field Event Spaces (limitations may apply)
STEP 2 — CUMULATIVE PRIORITY POINTS The priority point program is the second tier of the Priority Ranking system. Within each annual giving level, donors are differentiated by their cumulative priority points. CATEGORIES
POINTS*
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BENEFIT GIVING
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One (1) point is accrued for every $100 donation made to receive priority seating and parking benefits. Benefit giving points are cumulative and earned for life.
ANNUAL EXCELLENCE GIVING
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Five (5) points are accrued for every $100 donation made to the Buff Club to support excellence funds, endowments, capital projects and specific sports. Annual Excellence giving points are cumulative and earned for life.
BUFF CLUB MEMBERSHIP
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Five (5) points are accrued for each year of consecutive membership to the Buff Club at a minimum $100 level. Buff Club Membership points are cumulative, but if a year of membership is skipped or your donation falls below the $100 level, this point category resets to zero (0).
SEASON TICKETS
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Five (5) points are accrued for each year of consecutive season ticket purchase in your name per sport (Football, Men’s Basketball, Women’s Basketball, Women’s Volleyball, Women’s Soccer). Season tickets points are cumulative, but if a year of purchasing season tickets is skipped, this point category resets to zero (0).
CU LETTERWINNER ALUMNI C-CLUB MEMBERSHIP
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Ten (10) points one-time accrual for being a Colorado letterwinner. Three (3) points per year are accrued for active dues paying CU letterwinners. Alumni C-Club membership points are cumulative, but if a year of membership is skipped, this point category resets to zero (0).
* Current Priority Point calculations have been in effect since 2011. For additional information or a historical Priority Point calculation, please contact the Buff Club.
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Football Seating PRIORITY SEATING
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AWAY GAME & BOWL GAME TICKETS
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IMPORTANT DATES Mid-Feb. Football season ticket renewals available Mid-March Football season ticket renewals due Mid-April Football season ticket upgrade process
Buff Club Contribution Price Level 1
$400
Price Level 2
$250
Price Level 3
$125
Price Level 4
$50
Price Level 5
No Donation
Students Visitors Touchdown Loge Box
$2,030*
Touchdown Club Seats
$405*
Champions Club Seats
$255*
West Side Covered
$1,275
East Side Club - Level 7
$1,850
East Side Club - Level 8
$1,225
East Side Club - Level 9
$925
East Side Club - Level 10
East Side Suites
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Flatirons Club
$550 *Contribution and fees
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ue to construction impact, all football parking is subject to change for the 2016 season. We anticipate that we will conduct a comprehensive parking reallocation based on Buff Club priority rank in the summer of 2016. All gifts to establish your priority rank for parking reallocation must be received by June 15, 2016. We will provide regular communication to all Buff Club members as we implement our new parking procedures for 2016 and beyond.
Football Parking
The chart below indicates required minimum Buff Club contribution levels for VIP and Reserved parking lots in 2015. This chart is intended ONLY as a guide as you consider your annual giving level for Re2016. Minimum required contributions for VIP and Re served parking are subject to increase for the 2016 season.
BUFF CLUB VIP PARKING
BUFF CLUB ANNUAL DONATION
Franklin Field 360 354
BUFF CLUB GENERAL DONOR PARKING
N/A $10,000 $10,000
BUFF CLUB ANNUAL DONATION
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$2,000
Pleasant Street
$1,000
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$500 $500
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$250
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Premium Seating FOLSOM FIELD EAST SIDE SUITES
FLATIRONS CLUB The original premium seating area at Folsom Field, the Flatirons Club offers unparalleled sightlines from the west side of the stadium. • Covered chair back seating • Private club room • Televisions viewable from the seating area • Premium concessions, including beer and wine
• Twenty-two (22) season tickets* • Opportunity to purchase additional Standing Room Only (SRO) tickets • • • • • • •
Four parking passes Cushioned stadium seats Elevator access Two HD in-suite televisions Refrigerator and catering options Beer, wine and premium beverages in suites Game programs
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BYRON R. WHITE STADIUM CLUB Located on the east side of Folsom Field, the Byron R. White Stadium Club offers Buff fans the opportunity to enjoy a premium seating experience with the most spectacular view in all of college football. • Undercover outdoor seating • Two climate-controlled indoor club areas • Multiple televisions • Premium concessions, including beer and wine
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remium seating at the University of Colorado is a great way to take a leadership role in support of Colorado Athletics, while enjoying one of the best seats available at Folsom Field.
*May increase in future seasons
PLEASE REFER TO THE FOLSOM FIELD MAP ON PAGE 12 FOR INFORMATION ON CLUB SEATING SECTIONS AND ASSOCIATED BUFF CLUB CONTRIBUTIONS.
NEWEST PREMIUM SEATING OPTIONS TOUCHDOWN LOGE BOXES • • • • • • •
Four (4) person, individual loge box, option to add up to two (2) additional seats Inclusive food and non-alcoholic beverages, plus access to beer and wine In-seat food and beverage service Premium parking spot near Dal Ward Private club room Movable chairs Individual television in each loge box
TOUCHDOWN CLUB • Inclusive food and non-alcoholic beverages, plus access to beer and wine • Private club room • Extra wide, cushioned chairs with drink holders
CHAMPIONS CLUB The Champions Club is the new premium seating area in the northeast corner of Folsom Field. These seats provide a stunning view of both the on-field action and the Flatirons. • • • •
Bar-height chairs Bar-height granite drink rail Access to beer and wine Private club room
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Floor seating for men’s basketball is currently SOLD OUT. Please contact the Buff Club to be added to our waitlist for men’s basketball floor seating.
Early May Basketball season ticket renewals available June 15 Basketball season ticket renewals due All Buff Club gifts due to establish priority ranking July 2016 Basketball season ticket upgrade process
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The chart to the right displays the minimum per seat contribution needed to secure or renew priority seats based on the 2015-16 season. Priority seating locations may vary in future seasons, and contribution amounts and season ticket prices are subject to increase. Any adjustment or increase to your annual priority seating contribution will be reflected on your season ticket renewal in May 2016, and all priority seating contributions must be paid in full by June 15, 2016.
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ubject to availability, Buff Club members are provided the opportunity to purchase basketball season tickets in the priority seating sections of the Coors Events Center. Priority seating sections require a minimum per seat contribution to the Buff Club in order to purchase seats on a season ticket basis. Priority seating contributions do not guarantee seats in a particular section, but are offered as a guide to illustrate the minimum gift requirement to secure or renew seats when available.
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All priority seating in Coors Events Center requires a minimum per seat contribution to the Buff Club in order to purchase seats on a season ticket basis. The seating chart displays the minimum per seat contribution required to purchase priority seats in 2015-16 Buff Club members also have the opportunity to request donor parking for Women’s Basketball.
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VOLLEYBALL, SOCCER & MORE! Season ticket holders in volleyball and soccer have the opportunity to earn Buff Club priority points for each consecutive year of purchase.
VOLLEYBALL Volleyball season ticket holders have access to the best seat locations, at a significant cost savings over individual game ticket prices. Reserved season tickets for volleyball begin at just $25. SOCCER One of the best options for providing financial support for our soccer program is through the purchase of a Prentup Pass. Prentup Pass holders receive exclusive benefits such as reserved seating, reserved parking, personalized email communications from Coach Danny Sanchez, and much more! PRENTUP PASS PLATINUM - $500 (includes $400 donation)
PRENTUP PASS GOLD - $100
• All the benefits of the Prentup Pass Gold plus a personalized parking space at Prentup Field
• Reserved section in the center bleachers, reserved parking, special credential, CU Soccer scarf, and email updates from the coaching staff.
SUPPORTING ALL OF OUR ATHLETIC PROGRAMS The purchase of season tickets is a great way to support your favorite CU athletic program, but many of our programs do not sell season tickets. If you are passionate about supporting a specific program, please consider a contribution to our Student-Athlete Excellence Fund or the Golden Buffalo Scholarship Fund. A Buff Club representative would be delighted to visit with you about opportunities to support any of our outstanding programs.
For season tickets to any of our ticketed sports, go to:
CUBuffs.com/tickets
gabby simpson SOPHOMORE SETTER
men’s & women’s cross country 2015 PAC-12 CHAMPIONS
brie hooks
JUNIOR FORWARD
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Frequently Asked Questions QA
Who can join the Buff Club? All CU fans are encouraged to join the Buff Club.
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What is the minimum contribution to join the Buff Club? A donation of any amount qualifies you as a Buff Club member. Benefits of membership begin with gifts of $100. See page 10 for additional details on the benefits of Buff Club membership.
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Is my contribution to the Buff Club tax deductible?
Yes, the Internal Revenue Service allows a full deduction on contributions where there is no tangible or intangible benefit to the donor, otherwise an 80% deduction is allowed when the benefit is received. Contact your financial advisor for detailed information. Please note that contributions are non-refundable.
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How is my gift to the Buff Club used?
Your gift to the Buff Club is used for student-athlete scholarships, facilities, academic services and general operating budget needs of the athletics department. With over 300 student-athletes on campus, the role the Buff Club plays is essential to the success of the Colorado Buffaloes.
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Can I join the Buff Club if I don’t want season tickets?
Yes, the Buff Club is Colorado Athletics’ main source of private support. Being a Buff Club member at any level helps CU Athletics build sustainable excellence in strengthening its athletic programs and helps to drive CU’s stature as an elite national university. A successful athletic program needs funding to provide the resources critical to the success of its student-athletes. Annual gifts to the Buff Club are what make all of this possible.
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Why is my Buff Club donation due in full by June 15, 2016?
To maintain the department’s goal for fiscal responsibility, it is important that we can accurately project revenue for budgeting purposes. Additionally, meeting the deadline of June 15 is important to secure your seating and parking benefits for the upcoming season. Deadlines allow for the fair treatment of all Buff Club donors. If you do not meet the June 15 deadline, your seating and parking benefits will be subject to cancellation.
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Can I pay my Buff Club donation in installments?
Yes, you can make monthly payments toward your Buff Club pledge. Equal monthly payments can be charged to your credit card. All donations must be paid in full by June 15. Please contact a Buff Club representative to discuss payment plan options.
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Can I transfer priority points, tickets, or parking?
Tickets can be transferred and the Buff Club would be pleased to discuss this process with you. Unfortunately, priority points and parking cannot be transferred, as these benefits are uniquely associated with each individual donor.
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How do I improve my Priority Rank?
Because priority rank is based first on your annual giving level as of June 15, you should first consider increasing your level of support to the next membership level (for example, from Varsity to Coaches). If you are unable to move to the next level, you can improve your priority point ranking within your current membership level. This can be done by making an excellence gift above and beyond any required season ticket contributions. You should also consider adding season tickets. Please contact a Buff Club representative to discuss the best strategy to improve your priority rank.
A DIVISION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT IN BOULDER, COLORADO DID YOU KNOW? Buff Club members at the All-American level and above are eligible to secure discounted Folsom Field Events rental rates! (Subject to availability. Limitations may apply.)
ABOUT US Folsom Field, home of the Colorado Buffaloes, is the best place in Boulder for your private event. Its variety of spaces can accommodate groups as small as 25 or as large as 600 for banquets, luncheons, weddings, corporate meetings, receptions, formal affairs, holiday parties and more.
CONTACT US Phone: 720-467-1657 • Email: Caitlin.Owens@colorado.edu Web: www.FolsomFieldEvents.com
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Contact Us
KURT GULBRAND
TED LEDBETTER
SCOTT MCMICHAEL
SCOTT SCHEIFELE
Assistant Vice Chancellor kurt.gulbrand@colorado.edu
Assistant Athletic Director & Director of Premium Seating ted.ledbetter@colorado.edu
Assistant Athletic Director scott.mcmichael@colorado.edu
Assistant Athletic Director scott.scheifele@colorado.edu
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RON SCOTT
MARCUS PALAS
CINDY BRUMFIEL
KAITLYN GOBLE
Director of Development ronald.scott@colorado.edu
Associate Director of Development marcus.palas@colorado.edu
Associate Director of Development cindy.brumfiel@colorado.edu
Senior Stewardship Manager kaitlyn.goble@colorado.edu
he responsibility to maintain an athletics program that operates within compliance of all NCAA, Pac-12, and University
regulations does not fall solely on CU and its leadership, it is also the responsibility of every Buffalo supporter. Did you know that CU is held accountable for the conduct and actions of its athletics
LAUREN FOWLER
LINDSEY MCGEE
MACKENZIE ALTMAN
AMY CRIPE
representatives and all organizations that
Strategic Engagement Coordinator lauren.fowler@colorado.edu
Development Associate lindsey.mcgee@colorado.edu
Development Associate mackenzie.altman@colorado.edu
Development Assistant amy.cripe@colorado.edu
promote the institution’s athletic programs?
PHONE: (303) 492-2200 FAX: (303) 492-8334 EMAIL: buffclub@colorado.edu
www.cubuffclub.com
ALLISON TOPPEN
LESLIE ELGIN
Development Assistant allison.toppen@colorado.edu
Development Assistant leslie.elgin@colorado.edu
MAILING ADDRESS:
2150 Stadium Drive, 369 UCB Boulder, CO 80309 CUBuffClub
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If a violation of NCAA rules occurs, even unintentionally, it may jeopardize a prospect’s or current student-athlete’s eligibility.
Have Questions? Ask Compliance! comply@colorado.edu
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