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Club Levels
THE LOYALTY CIRCLE (LC) ($10,000 and above):
Philosophical statement: Established in 1993 with 15 "pioneer members", the Loyalty Circle is a family of exceptional donors who have chosen to sponsor a single student-athlete through his academic and athletic career at the U of I. This is truly one of the greatest gifts our program can receive, and a wonderful way for our sponsors to see their donations in action. Although special privileges are afforded to LC members, the primary motivation to invest in the future of a young person is the feeling one receives from providing the opportunity for an individual to reach his or her full potential.
Members wishing to sponsor a student-athlete may do so in one of three ways: (1) a $10,000 annual contribution, (2) a $50,000 lump sum contribution every five years, or (3) establishing a $300,000 endowed scholarship which lasts in perpetuity.
Special Benefits: Stadium Club access (up to 8 people) at home football games (includes complimentary pre-game buffet, complimentary beverages including full-service bar, private rest rooms, coat room, hosted by a Fighting Illini head coach and I FUND staff members), personalized/named parking space at home football and home basketball games, invitation to the annual LC banquet, and special invitations to unique athletic department functions. Additional benefits include the mailing of football and basketball fan guides along with a commemorative platinum medallion (annually), a display plaque (for the medallions), and #1 priority for ticket allocations.
Each time members celebrate five consecutive years of membership, they are recognized in a special manner. At the annual LC banquet, they are introduced to the student-athlete which they have sponsored and are presented a special memento by that student-athlete to commemorate the association. Most recently, the memento has been a bronze sculpture created by Peter Fagan, a well-known artist who is also a professor/faculty member in the University of Illinois College of Fine Arts.
After ten years, a member's continuing support is recognized for their Illinois loyalty with a sculpture created by internationally know artist and University of Illinois graduate, George Lundeen. This original bronze commemorative piece honors members whose legacy of giving continues to support our student-athletes, while graciously providing them with the opportunity to gain and education and the privilege to compete at sport's highest level.
BLOCK-I COUNCIL ($6000-$9999):
Philosophical statement: A member participating at this club level contributes substantially to our student-athletes welfare by providing support for their annual room and board expenses. Also, members providing vehicles for coaches and athletic staff members as part of the "Illini on Wheels" program receive membership in the Block I Council. Special Benefits: Varsity Room access (up to 8 people) at home football games (includes complimentary pre-game buffet, non-alcoholic beverage service, climate controlled environment, and private rest rooms, hosted by a Fighting Illini head coach and I FUND staff members). Additional benefits include the mailing of football and basketball fan guides (upon request), a season parking pass in the Red Lot for football and a season parking pass in either the NW or NE for men's basketball, a commemorative Gold medallion, a display plaque (for the medallions), and #2 priority for all ticketing needs.
Please note that all benefits are based upon availability and not guaranteed.
TRIBAL COUNCIL ($3000-$5999):
Philosophical statement: A member at this club level contributes substantially towards the cost of tuition for our student-athletes.
Please note that all benefits are based upon availability and not guaranteed.
CHIEF CLUB ($1000-$2999):
Philosophical statement: A member at this club level contributes substantially towards the cost of books and fees for our student-athletes.
Please note that all benefits are based upon availability and not guaranteed.
WARRIOR CLUB ($500-$999):
Philosophical statement: A member at this club level contributes toward the cost of student-athlete Life Skills Education and Academic Support Services.
Please note that all benefits are based upon availability and not guaranteed.
BRAVE CLUB ($250-$499):
Philosophical statement: A member at this club level contributes toward the cost of student-athlete Life Skills Education.
Please note that all benefits are based upon availability and not guaranteed.
TOMAHAWK CLUB ($100-$249):
Philosophical statement: A member at this club level contributes toward the cost of student-athlete Academic Support Services.
Please note that all benefits are based upon availability and not guaranteed.
