ASK BEFORE YOU ACTOne of the important cornerstones of the FAMU Athletics program is the loyalty and enthusiasm of the Rattler fans that have demonstrated their interest in our teams by their attendance at events and through their support in many other ways. We must be cautious, however, not to let enthusiasm for athletics lead us into conflict with the very specific rules and regulations of the National Collegiate Athletic Association or the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference.

The NCAA definition of “a representative of the University’s athletics interest” is very broad and encompasses many if not all of the people who are regular attendees at our sports events. If you fall into this category, there are a number of activities regarding contact with student-athletes and athletic recruits that could put the University at risk for NCAA sanctions.

The University is charged with the responsibility to exercise “institutional control” of its athletics interests and we are committed to maintaining the kind of responsible program in which all of us take such great pride. The NCAA constitution provides that each institution shall be responsible for ensuring that individuals or groups representing the institution’s athletics interest comply with all applicable NCAA rules.

Florida A&M is grateful for all you have done to make this a great program. We know, based on our contacts with alumni, faculty, staff and friends across the state and country, that you share our earnest ambition for athletic success within the rules.

For more information, please visit www.FAMUAthletics.comor call the Athletic Compliance Office at 850-599-3868.

Summary: FAMU Athletics operates as an auxiliary enterprise of the University, relying on private donations, ticket sales, student fees and conference revenue to fund 16 varsity sports. As the costs of higher education and maintaining a successful athletic program continue to escalate, sustained private annual contributions are critical. In addition to funding annual scholarships (including tuition, fees, room and board), donations will supplement general operating costs, maintenance and upkeep of facilities, and provide budget support for individual sports. FAMU Athletics needs a multitude of individuals making an annual outright contribution commitment to FAMU Athletics. The generosity of these individuals has and will most certainly continue strengthen the foundation that we are so proud to stand on today. As FAMU Athletics continues to make tremendous strides in terms of departmental budget growth and overall program strength, our competitors are making similar strides. As such, we must reach out to the masses in an effort to substantially increase philanthropic giving to the FAMU Athletics Department. By increasing our donor base with more “partners” we can generate the resources necessary to consistently compete while enhancing communication and engagement through this broad-based and exciting stewardship opportunity.

Mission: In support of FAMU Athletics and its quest for championships, this effort is philanthropic in nature, and is purposed to reach those invested in the enhancement of Rattler Athletics. These funds are critical in elevating FAMU Athletics to nationally competitive levels on an annual basis by providing the resources for world-class facilities, coaches, and scholarship support.

F l o r i d a A & M R a t t l e r s

F l o r i d a A & M R a t t l e r s

InvitationFAMU Athletics has a tremendously rich history of success, alumni pride, and tradition. However, the current success across all programs is unique to the modern history of the department. We strongly believe that FAMU Athletics can be nationally competitive across all sport programs on an annual basis.

Please consider investing in FAMU Athletics by making an annual outright contribution commitment. Resources win championships and the success of this program will strongly position the Rattlers within the conference and throughout the nation.

StewardshipBased on annual commitments. All commitments are to be paid-in-full, annually, no later than June of the current fiscal year. The fiscal year begins July 1 each year and ends June 30 of the following calendar year.

Commit Today!

eSTIMATeD cOSTS OF ASTUDeNT-ATHLeTe

WAYS TO GIVEAnnuAl Gifts: Gifts may be made in the form of cash, check, credit card or in-kind. We also encourage you to consider a deferred gift to FAMU Athletics.

Direct contributions: Checks are made payable to the FAMU Foundation. In the memo line, write “FAMU Athletics Scholarships” or write the name of the “team” you are supporting.

creDit cArDs: To put your donation on your Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover, simply call the Athletics Department Marketing/Development Office at (850) 599-3878.

enDoweD scholArship: An excellent way to honor a specific individual is to endow a scholarship. The minimum amount for an endowment is $10,000. Scholarships are awarded from the earned interest income.

online GivinG: Go to www.famuathletics.com or via Mobile Giving by texting the word FAMU to the number 50555.

bequests: A donor can perpetuate support to FAMU Athletics by making a bequest to the FAMU Athletics Department.

Gifts-in-KinD: Contributions of tangible property such as products, services, equipment or merchandise may be credited toward the FAMU Athletic Scholarship Fund based on fair market value. In-kind gifts are accepted as needed and must be pre-approved before acceptance.

MAtchinG Gifts: If your company is a participant in a matching gift program, you can receive credit in the FAMU Athletic Scholarship Fund for the total contribution. That could mean doubling or even tripling your gift’s impact and increasing your membership level. Matching gift forms and personal checks should be made out to the Florida A&M University Foundation.

tAx inforMAtion: The FAMU Foundation is a non-profit organization that exists to support Florida A&M University. The full amount of your gift may be considered a charitable contribution.

For more information oontact:Angela Adams Suggs

Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing and Fund Developmentangela.suggs@famu.edu | 850-599-3868

choose one:

Athletics Fund _______ Student-Athlete Scholarship Fund_______ Team Fund _______

(Identify Team) ____________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________Name (If business, list company name and contact person)

_________________________________________________________________________Address City State ZIP

_________________________________________________________________________Home Phone Business Phone

_________________________________________________________________________Email

pAyMent MethoD Check (Payable To FAMU Athletics)

Mastercard Visa Discover AMX

___________________________________________________________________Name (as it appears on card)

___________________________________________________________________Card # Exp. Date CVV ___________________________________________________________________Signature

Amount Enclosed: $ _____________ Amount Pledged: $ _____________ Amount Due: $ _____________If you will owe a portion of your pledge after this payment is made, please specify your desired payment schedule through the end of the current fiscal year. Please enter all dates and amounts for each anticipated payment. Please use back if more space is needed. If no schedule is specified, your remaining pledged amount will be due June 1.

pAyMent scheDule

Date: ________ Amount: $ ________ Date: ________ Amount: $ ________

Date: ________ Amount: $ ________ Date: ________ Amount: $ ________

Date: ________ Amount: $ ________ Date: ________ Amount: $ ________

2013 Florida A&M Rattler Football Season Ticket Application

______ New ______ ReNewAL (Renewal Deadline July 21, 2013)

Name: ________________________________________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________________

City: ___________________________________ State: ________ Zip: ____________________

Primary Phone: ______________________________ Mobile Phone: ________________________

Email:______________________________________________________________________________

Package Includes Price Qty TotalBox Seats - Renewal Only

Box Seats Reserved box seat to each home game $150.00Box Seat Combo

Reserved box seats to all 2013 Home Football and Basketball Games

$200.00

ReservedReserved One reserved seat to each home game $125.00Reserved Combo

One reserved seat to all 2013 Home Football and Basketball Games

$175.00

Reserved Family Pack

Four (4) reserved seats to each home football game. (Sections C, G & P Only)

$300.00

Seat Cushion attached to your reserved seat $ 25.00General Admission

General Admission

General Admission seating to each home game *East Side – Sections K-O and R-T

$ 85.00

Admin Fee UPS Mailing of your certified Season Package $ 8.00 $

Box Seats: Lower Level Chair Back Seats - Renewal Only

Reserved Seats: *West Side – Sections A-J | *East Side – Section P-----------------------------------------------------------PAYMENT INFORMATION

CASH CHECK VISA/MC CREDIT CARD

CREDIT CARD # ___________________________________________________________________

EXP: ________-________ 3-DIGIT CODE_______________

Name as it Appears on Card: _________________________________________________________

I do not wish to purchase season tickets at this time, but please accept my donation of $__________.

Signature _________________________________________________________________________

Total: $________