For Kansas.
For the Future.
The Future
KU's new development framework will transform athletics giving and provide opportunities to show support at all levels.
The University of Kansas has a well-established tradition of excellence that includes the tremendous legacy surrounding our athletics program. Our alumni and fans are incredibly proud Jayhawks, and the success of Kansas Athletics profoundly impacts the entire university, local community, region and state.
Recognizing the key role that donor support will play in our future success, we are pleased to unveil a newly structured framework for our fundraising efforts—Kansas Athletics Development. The Williams Education Fund will remain in place under the umbrella of Kansas Athletics Development, and we will simultaneously place an increased emphasis on philanthropic support. We are also pleased to announce the Ad Astra Society, a new exclusive philanthropic giving society that will provide the critical resources our student-athletes need to achieve success at the highest levels, both in the classroom and in competition.
This is a pivotal moment in our history. Achieving new heights for our programs and student-athletes, and maintaining our competitive excellence, will require investment by all Jayhawks.
KANSAS ATHLETICS DEVELOPMENT
Ad Astra Society
Philanthropic Giving
- Minimum $50,000 commitment payable over up to 5 years
- Tax-deductible contributions; no priority points or seating benefits
- Eligible for exclusive stewardship experiences commensurate with giving
Williams Education Fund
Priority Points Giving
- Existing point system remains unchanged
- Continues to provide critical unrestricted and scholarship support
Investment Priorities
- Unrestricted support to respond to pressing opportunities and needs
- Direct student-athlete support (scholarships and awards)
- Facilities enhancements
- Program specific support
Kansas Athletics continues to focus first and foremost on providing the best possible experience for our student-athletes. The new Kansas Athletics Development framework will engage, motivate, and empower the entire Jayhawk Nation to ensure our student-athletes, programs and University achieve competitive excellence for years to come!
Rock Chalk!
Frequently Asked Questions
- Kansas Athletics Development is the fundraising team for Kansas Athletics.
- The Williams Education Fund priority point system continues to operate under the umbrella of Kansas Athletics Development.
- The Ad Astra Society is a giving society within Kansas Athletics Development, separate from the Williams Education Fund, that recognizes philanthropic commitments of at least $50,000 spread over a maximum of five years.
- You can continue to support Kansas Athletics in a variety of ways, including cash, online, securities, and through your estate.
- In addition to these methods, philanthropic gifts to Kansas Athletics (gifts for which no priority points are received) may be made through a donor-advised fund or retirement assets.
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