STANFORD ATHLETICS

Give back to student-athletes on Giving Tuesday. Inspire champions in life and invest in the future of Stanford Athletics by making a gift today!

Stanford Athletics' tradition of excellence—on and off the field—is fueled by the unwavering commitment and support from our community of fans, alumni, former student-athletes, and donors. Philanthropic gifts to the Stanford Athletics annual fund immediately impact the student-athlete experience providing critical resources and scholarship support. You can make an impact today by making a gift to the Buck/Cardinal Club, a sport specific annual fund, or the Home of Champions fund.

Make an impact today!

 Buck/Cardinal Club 

The Buck/Cardinal Club funds critical scholarships and the necessary resources our nearly 900 student-athletes need to excel in competition, the classroom, and in life beyond the Farm.    

 Home of Champions Fund 

The Home of Champions fund gives Stanford a competitive edge by funding additional scholarships and direct NIL agreements between student-athletes and the Athletics Department to recruit the best student-athletes and maintain competitive rosters.

Support the sport of your choice!

Support the sport of your choice and provide critical programmatic resources for that team.

Make a gift to club sports!

Select “Other Stanford Designation” in the gift form, and type in the club sport of your choice to make your impact today.

FAQ

Q: Is my gift tax-deductible?

A: Yes, philanthropic gifts to the Buck/Cardinal Club, sport specific annual funds, and the Home of Champions Fund are 100 percent tax-deductible. Priority seat contributions in conjunction with an athletics ticket purchase are non-deductible due to the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act. Donations made on Giving Tuesday will not count towards football or men's basketball priority seating requirements.

Q: Is my gift eligible for Buck/Cardinal Club benefits?

A: Yes, any gift made to the Buck/Cardinal Club or the Home of Champions Fund during Giving Tuesday is eligible for benefits. However, gifts made to a specific sport are not eligible for Buck/Cardinal Club benefits.

Q: Can my gift to Stanford Athletics count toward my undergraduate reunion class gift? 

 A: Yes, gifts to Stanford Athletics count toward your undergraduate reunion class giving total. Reunion gifts can be made as either a one-time gift or a five-year pledge.