basketball enhancement fund

BASKETBALL
ENHANCEMENT FUND
2015-2016 Priority Seating Brochure
MESSAGE FROM COACH FOX
Bulldog Nation,
On behalf of our basketball program, I want to thank you for your continued support. Last season, we returned to the NCAA Tournament and
once again eclipsed the 20 win mark. With several starters returning and
a solid recruiting class, we are very optimistic about the 2015-16 season.
As we experienced last season, when Stegeman Coliseum is full we
truly have a home court advantage. However, the power of the Bulldog
Nation goes well beyond each of our home games. As we travel around
the country, we are always pleased to see the Power G and Red and Black
represented. I hope you will continue to actively support our team and
encourage others to join through a gift to the Basketball Enhancement
Fund. To incentivize you to recruit new contributors, a referral program
has been created that will benefit both you and the new donor.
Thank you again for all that you do to support the program and I look
forward to seeing you when the season begins in November.
GO DAWGS!
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’14–’15
SEASON FACTS
DANCING DAWGS
UGA made their 10th
NCAA Tournament
21 WINS
UGA had 21 wins
making it consecutive
20 win seasons
3 SELLOUTS
22%
Overall attendance up
32%
Student attendance up
THERE IS ALWAYS
STRENGTH IN NUMBERS
Map reflects 2014 contributors to the
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Basketball Enhancement Fund by State
OUR BULLDOG NATION IS GROWING…
In a season that saw the Bulldogs return to the big dance, our fans also put up big
numbers of their own resulting in some electric crowds at Stegeman Coliseum. While
we did progress in making our home court advantage a strength, we still need even
more fans giving it their all for our boys in Red and Black. Help us build the Bulldog
Basketball Nation by contributing to the Basketball Enhancement Fund. A gift of
any size will directly impact these hard working student-athletes.
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REFER A BULLDOG PROGRAM
The Refer A Bulldog program is designed to reward current BEF donors for bringing
new basketball supporters to The Georgia Bulldog Club. The ultimate goal is to
build the Bulldog Basketball Nation and increase the number of supporters from
last year’s total of 620.
When new donors are recruited both the new and existing donors will receive a point
bonus added to their BEF cumulative score. The number of points awarded will vary
based on the size of the annual contribution:
LEVEL
PRIORITY POINTS
$150–$299
30 Points
$300–$599
60 Points
$600–$999
120 Points
$1,000–$1,499
200 Points
$1,500–$1,999
300 Points
$2,000–$3,499
400 Points
WHAT IS BEF + WHERE DOES
YOUR MONEY GO?
The Basketball Enhancement Fund (BEF) is an opportunity
for fans to engage with Georgia Men’s Basketball. An
annual gift to the BEF provides membership in The Georgia
$3,500+
700 Points
Bulldog Club and benefits (based on giving level) such as:
priority seating, gameday parking, hospitality room access
NOTES
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At the time of the donation, the new donor must submit either a Refer a Bulldog
form (located online at www.thegeorgiabulldogclub.com) or submit the name
and stewardship events with the team. Revenue generated
from the BEF will continuously fund the Coliseum Training
Facility, home to UGA Men’s Basketball.
and account number of the existing donor when donating online.
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Referral points do not count as an annual donation. They are strictly added to
the donor’s cumulative point total.
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Credit points will be added prior to the assignment of 2015-16 season and single
game tickets.
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TICKET ASSIGNMENT PROCESS
The Georgia Bulldog Club and Athletic Association Ticket Office assign basketball
season, single home game and postseason tickets, based on the BEF priority point
system. Season tickets require a minimum $150 per seat donation to maintain the
location on an annual basis as well as to request an upgrade.
PRIORITY POINT SYSTEM
Priority points are accumulated over a contributor’s lifetime giving to BEF, using a
simple formula of 1 point per $1 donated.
SEASON TICKET GUIDELINES
CURRENT SEASON TICKET HOLDERS will retain their same seat location upon
renewal of the $150 per seat donation and season ticket payment. BEF contributors
wishing to relocate or add renewable season tickets must make the necessary per
seat contribution and season ticket payment to be eligible. Patrons may have a maximum of 8 season tickets on one account and all relocation requests must be made
on the season application. Relocations are subject to availability and based on BEF
priority points.
NEW CONTRIBUTORS TO THE BEF interested in renewable season tickets
should make a minimum $150 per seat donation and season ticket payment prior
to the deadlines. Larger donations increase priority points, providing more potential
seating opportunities and annual benefits.
The 2015-16 schedule is highlighted by non-conference home games against Kansas
GOT TICKET QUESTIONS?
State (December 4), Georgia Tech (December 19) and Clemson (December 22).
A member of The Georgia Bulldog Club
staff would be happy to visit with you
about the assignment process.
Contact us at 877-423-2947 or
[email protected]
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KEY DATES
& ACTIONS
AUGUST 1, 2015
BEF deadline to donate to receive
benefits, including: renewable season
tickets and priority for single game and
postseason tickets and priority parking.
EARLY AUGUST
COURTSIDE SEATING
2015-16 ticket application will be
available online and mailed to
Baseline courtside seats (first and second row) require a $1,750 per seat donation
current BEF contributors
while sideline seats require a $2,500 per seat donation. Assignment of courtside
seats is based on availability, priority points and annual gift. To be placed on an
interest list for courtside seating, please contact The Georgia Bulldog Club at
1-877-GA-DAWGS (423-2947)
POSTSEASON TICKET OPPORTUNITIES
SEC TOURNAMENT TICKETS will be made available on the season ticket applica-
TICKET TRANSFER/
RETURN PROGRAM
CAN’T ATTEND A HOME GAME?
All men’s basketball season ticket holders have
tion to all BEF contributors at the $150 level and higher. BEF contributors have until
the ability to electronically transfer their home
the priority deadline of January 1 to place their request for SEC Tournament tickets.
game tickets to a friend or return tickets to the UGA
Please note that up to 8 tickets will be assigned on priority and any remaining tickets
Athletic Association. Returned tickets will be given
requested above the allotment will be assigned after all other BEF donors. To be
to local community groups who would not have oth-
eligible to request SEC Tournament tickets, BEF donors must be a current season
erwise had the chance to attend a game. In addition,
ticket holder.
returned tickets will be made available at the box
NCAA TOURNAMENT TICKET information will be distributed to BEF contributors
office to ensure that Stegeman Coliseum is full of
towards the conclusion of the regular season, (if applicable), including the deadline
Deadline to order season and single
game tickets on priority
NOVEMBER 13, 2015
Home opener vs. UT-Chattanooga
JANUARY 1, 2016
Deadline to order SEC Tournament
tickets on priority
Bulldog fans.
to order on priority.
Season ticket holders who return home game tickets
AWAY GAME TICKETS
when they are unable to use them up to 72 hours
Away game tickets are not available through The Georgia Bulldog Club or Athletic
their cumulative score (10 points per ticket returned).
Association Ticket Office. Please contact the Athletic Ticket Office at the opposing
Help us fill Stegeman Coliseum and create a true
institution for ticket information.
home court advantage!
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SEPTEMBER 1, 2015
before the game will have BEF point credit added to
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2015-16 PARKING INFORMATION
BEF contributors at the $1,000 annual giving level and above will receive a season
parking pass at no additional cost.
CURRENT PARKING PASS HOLDERS who wish to retain or request relocation
must make a minimum contribution of $1,000 to the BEF. Any request for relocation
must be made on the season ticket application and will be assigned based on priority.
NEW CONTRIBUTORS TO THE BEF who wish to receive a season parking pass
must make a minimum of a $1,000 contribution to the BEF. New passes will be
assigned based on priority points and availability.
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GENERAL PUBLIC FREE PARKING
BEF PARKING
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2015-16 BEF ANNUAL GIVING LEVELS + BENEFITS
METHODS OF GIVING
There are several ways to become a member of The Georgia Bulldog Club through a
BENEFIT
$150
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$3,500
CAR DECAL
TICKETS
Priority in ordering season, single
home game & postseason tickets
PRACTICE INVITATION
Invitation to a Designated
Preseason Practice
BASKETBALL PARKING
Reserved Season Parking Pass
TEAM DINNER
Invitation to Meet the Team Dinner
PRE-GAME HOSPITALITY
Coliseum Training Facility Pre-Game Hospitality
COURTSIDE CLUB HOSPITALITY
MEN’S BASKETBALL BANQUET
Invitation to Postseason Men’s Basketball Banquet
MORE ABOUT YOUR BEF BENEFITS
$5,000
contribution to the Basketball Enhancement Fund:
ONLINE GIVING
Visit us at thegeorgiabulldogclub.com and click the ‘Donate Now’ icon in
the upper right hand corner of the homepage: eCheck and credit card
CASH DONATIONS
Cash or checks made payable to UGAAA-BEF
STOCK TRANSFER
Contact our office for simple instructions
CREDIT CARDS
Visa or MasterCard
MATCHING GIFTS
Combine your contribution with matching funds from your employer
BENEFITS OF VISITING YOUR ONLINE ACCOUNT
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Make one or several contributions at any time, receiving
immediate confirmation your gift has been received
PRE-GAME HOSPITALITY
One pass per season ticket to the Richard B. Taylor Georgia Room in the Courtside
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View your giving history
Training Facility. Opening 90 minutes prior to the start of the game and closing at
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Update your contact information
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View Your Priority Point Total
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View Your Seat and Parking.
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Transfer your Tickets to a Friend
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Return tickets that can be used to earn point credit
tip-off. Stop by to enjoy the refreshments and camaraderie of other Bulldog fans
prior to tip-off.
COURTSIDE CLUB HOSPITALITY
One pass per season ticket to the Courtside Club. Opening 60 minutes prior to
tip-off and closing at the start of the second half. Enjoy a pre-game meal and
complimentary popcorn at halftime!
TAX INFORMATION
INVITATION TO POSTSEASON MEN’S BASKETBALL BANQUET
Your gift to the Basketball Enhancement Fund is a charitable contribution for which
One complimentary ticket to the Men’s Basketball postseason banquet.
you will receive a tax receipt in January 2016. Consult your tax advisor regarding the
deductibility of your gift.
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MAILING ADDRESS:
The Georgia Bulldog Club
P.O. Box 1472
Athens, GA 30603
PHYSICAL ADDRESS:
The Georgia Bulldog Club
Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall
1 Selig Circle
Suite 330
Athens, GA 30602
TOLL FREE:
877.423.2947
E-MAIL:
[email protected]
FAX:
706.542.8992
WEBSITE:
www.thegeorgiabulldogclub.com