Director of Athletics Leadership Fund
Build the Future of University of San Francisco Athletics
The University of San Francisco Athletics is entering an exciting new chapter.
To help launch this new era, an anonymous donor has established the Director of Athletics Leadership Fund with a $500,000 pledge to match every qualifying gift through December 31, 2026.
This is more than a matching challenge. It is a call-to-action and an opportunity to become a Founding Partner in Brent Blaylock’s vision for the future of USF Athletics.
Launching a New Era
The Director of Athletics Leadership Fund provides philanthropic support to strategically invest in the department’s highest priorities and greatest opportunities.
College athletics is evolving rapidly. The programs that thrive are those that can adapt, invest thoughtfully, and respond to emerging opportunities.
Through the Leadership Fund, alums, parents, former student-athletes, and friends can help strengthen USF Athletics and enhance the student-athlete experience while shaping what comes next.
Why the Director of Athletics Leadership Fund Matters
Your support provides the flexibility to invest where it will have the greatest impact across USF Athletics and ensure that student-athletes and teams have the ability to be at their very best.
Strengthening Championship-Caliber Programs
Investing in strategic initiatives that position the Dons for sustained competitive success.
Elevating the Student-Athlete Experience
Supporting scholarships, student-athlete benefits, leadership development, health and wellness resources, career preparation, and other initiatives that help student-athletes thrive both during and after their time at USF.
Responding to Opportunities That Advance the Long-Term Vision
Providing the Athletic Director with flexible, unrestricted resources to act quickly on unique opportunities and emerging priorities that advance the long-term vision for USF Athletics.
Every Gift Goes Further
Leadership commitments made today will shape the future of USF Athletics.
Every new gift or qualifying pledge commitment to the Director of Athletics Leadership Fund made by December 31, 2026, will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $500,000.
To make participation more accessible, donors may fulfill qualifying pledge commitments over a period of up to three years while receiving the full benefit of the matching challenge.
Those who participate during this inaugural campaign will be recognized as Founding Partners of the Director of Athletics Leadership Fund, reflecting their role in helping launch this important initiative.
Your Leadership Commitment | Matching Gift | Total Investment |
$5,000 | $5,000 | $10,000 |
$10,000 | $10,000 | $20,000 |
$25,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
$50,000 | $50,000 | $100,000 |
Considering a Leadership Commitment of $10,000 or More?
Our athletics development team welcomes the opportunity to discuss giving strategies, multi-year pledge commitments, recognition opportunities, and ways to maximize the impact of your investment in USF Athletics.
Start a Leadership Conversation: Email: godons@usfca.edu
I am honored by this remarkable commitment and deeply grateful for the confidence it represents. The Director of Athletics Leadership Fund provides the flexibility to invest in opportunities that elevate the student-athlete experience, strengthen our programs, and position USF Athletics for long-term success. This challenge also creates an opportunity for our alumni and supporters to become founding partners in the future of USF Athletics. Together, we can build lasting momentum that benefits our student-athletes for years to come.Brent Blaylock, Director of Athletics
Join the First Generation of Founding Partners
Every successful era begins with people willing to invest in a vision before its full potential is realized.
The Director of Athletics Leadership Fund offers alums and friends the opportunity to help shape the future of USF Athletics alongside Brent Blaylock from the very beginning of his tenure.
Your commitment today will strengthen opportunities for student-athletes, provide strategic flexibility for the department, and help build lasting momentum for the years ahead.
Become a founding partner and help write the next chapter of USF Athletics.
Questions?
To learn more about the Director of Athletics Leadership Fund, discuss a leadership commitment, or explore additional giving opportunities, please contact the USF Athletics Development Office.
Email: godons@usfca.edu
Contact: Jordan En’Wezoh, Associate Athletic Director, Development
