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ORANGE JU CE
Vol 15 • Issue 1
Tennessee Fund
November 2010
2011 Fund Drive Begins! As we prepare for another year of our annual Fund Drive, we want to start off by saying thank you to all of our Fund Drive Workers for your hard work toward last year’s record campaign. 2009-2010 marked one of the most successful years ever for the Fund Drive in for raising new contributions to the Tennessee Fund. This would not have been possible without your hard work and dedication in helping us make Tennessee great. This year, we hope to continue to build upon last year’s great success. In order to do this, we once again need your help. Fund Drive Kick-off meetings are currently underway, and our staff looks forward to visiting you and discussing the latest updates in Tennessee Athletics. Each year provides its own challenges and opportunities, and we are excited about 2010-11 as we all strive to continue the tradition of excellence that is Tennessee Athletics!
Tennessee Fund 25th Anniversary
Shown above are Fund Drive Workers who were recognized on the field during halftime of the football game against Oregon. These Fund Drive Workers each raised over $20,000 during the 2010 Fund Drive. Congratulations to these Fund Drive Workers!!
Fund Drive Kick-Off Meeting Schedule 10/26/10...............................................................................Nashville, TN 11/1/10...........................................................................Johnson City, TN 11/4/10..................................................................................Memphis, TN 11/9/10.....................................................................................Atlanta, GA Time: 6:30 pm EST Location: Jocks n Jills in Galleria Mall 11/10/10..............................................................................Cleveland TN Time: 6:00 pm EST Location: Logan’s Roadhouse on Keith St. 11/17/10...............................................................................Knoxville, TN Time: TBD Location: Gordon Ball Board Room in Lawson Athletic Center (Floor 1) 12/14/10...............................................................................Charlotte, NC Time: 5:30 pm EST Location: Dilworth Neighborhood Grille ***Big Orange Caravan Winter Tour to follow @ 6:30 pm
The Tennessee Fund is celebrating its 25th year during the 2011 calendar year. Since its inception in 1986, donors have contributed over $450 million through the Tennessee Fund in support of Tennessee student-athletes. This accomplishment could have never taken place without the passion and the pride of our loyal Tennessee fans. In an effort to celebrate this achievement, our office will be organizing a variety of promotions and activities during the upcoming year. For now, we are excited to announce two special priority point offers for the 2010-11 year! Double priority points will be awarded for all annual gifts received by March 1, 2011 All donors who increase their annual gift by 25% for 2011 will receive a one-time 25 point bonus (equivalent point bonus of a $2,500 gift!) Special events and newsletters celebrating the past 25 years of the Tennessee Fund are also being planned. Please be on the lookout for the latest 25th anniversary news during this upcoming year!
The Orange Juice
November 2010
Tennessee Fund Staff If you or someone you are speaking with have any questions or concerns about the Tennessee Fund, please feel free to contact any of the following staff members from our office at (865) 974-1218.
Development Directors Mark Ingram Dara Worrell Greg Hulen Scott Carter Megan Kain Blake Johnson Mikki Allen Ryan Thompson Adam Wilgus Andrea Piercy Morgan Cyphers Development Gift Processing Staff Rebecca Clowers Tina Haun Suzie Miller Linda Lewis
Development Support Staff Caylee Casey Tammy Hibben
Big Orange Caravan Winter Tour Dates 11/18/10..............................................................................Nashville, TN 12/14/10..............................................................................Charlotte, NC *** Many more dates to come after the holiday!
Facility Project Updates Goodfriend Indoor Tennis Center Expansion
Development Assistants Michael Gilstorf Justin Morrison Lucas Moss Phoebe Pletcher Julia Stump Development Student Interns Blake Thompson Spenser Coop
Ground was broken on the expansion of the Goodfriend Indoor Tennis Center this past summer. The first phase includes the addition of two more indoor courts to bring the total at the facility to six. The inaugural event at the newly-renovated complex will be the SEC Coaches Indoor Championships from January 14-17, 2011.
Mack & Jonnie Day Golf Practice Facility
Fund Drive Training Camp Thank you to everyone who attended this fall’s Fund Drive Training Camp. The event was a great success as attendees were treated to tours of the Lindsey Nelson Baseball Stadium renovations and the future site of the Football Training Center. Tennessee legend Gus Manning was also one of the guest speakers and shared stories from his experiences over the years with the group.
This November also marks the opening of the Mack & Jonnie Day Golf Practice Facility. This practice center for the Vol and Lady Vol golf teams includes a three-hole practice course, a driving range, and pitching and putting areas.
Football Training Center
Fund Drive Training Camp attendees stand on the steps before the Lawson Athletic Center before the Tennessee vs. UAB football game this fall
Construction is set to resume on the Football Training Center in January 2011
*** Stay tuned for the next edition for updated Fund Drive Worker totals!***