2013-14 ahearn fund membership guide
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The official source for all information on the Ahearn Fund, K-State's National Fund for Student-Athlete Excellence.TRANSCRIPT
ChAntAy CAron
Women’s BasketballLawrence, Kan.
PetrA niederMAyerovAWomen’s Tennis
Brno, Czech Republic
tyler norriSMen’s Golf
Manhattan, Kan.
tyler loCKettFootball
Tulsa, Okla.
JACQue BoGStAdWomen’s EquestrianWoodland Hills, Calif.
triStAn McCArtyWomen’s Volleyball
Manhattan, Kan.
BriAn rohlederMen’s Basketball
Wichita, Kan.AuStin FiSher
BaseballLenexa, Kan.
SArAh KolMer
Women’s Track & FieldEmporia, Kan.
ryAn herShBerGerMen’s Track & Field
Clay Center, Kan.
GiAnnA MiSenhelterWomen’s Golf
Overland Park, Kan.
eriKA SChillerWomen’s Cross Country
DeSoto, Kan.
Kyle hAnSonMen’s Cross Country
Leawood, Kan.
Aly BronderWomen’s Rowing
Hazelwood, Mo.
2 0 1 3 - 1 4 S t u d e n t - A t h l e t e A d v i S o r y C o M M i t t e e
TO OUR LOYAL K-STATE SUPPORTERS:
OOn behalf of K-State Athletics, thank you for your record-setting support of theAhearn Fund this past year. I continue to be astounded by the generosity of the K-State family and your commitments to helping K-State achieve its vision of becoming a model intercollegiate athletics program. The unrestricted dollars givenby a record 9,500 members of the Ahearn Fund are the life-blood of K-State Athletics.This commitment has provided us the flexibility to make investments in the verythings that comprise a world-class student-athlete experience for all K-State student-athletes. From facilities improvements to enhancing travel and recruiting budgetsfor all 16 of our programs, we are committed to championship performances in theclassroom and on the field of play.
The 2012-13 academic year was one for the record books as K-State continues to set a national standard for excellence both on the field and in the classroom. Student-
athletes scored record-high marks across the board in the latest NCAA APR ratings, while a total of236 earned recognition to the Spring Big 12 Commissioner’s Honor Roll and 73 student-athletesearned degrees last spring.
Our student-athletes also continue to turn in championship athletic performances as evidenced bythe fact that K-State became just the second Big 12 school and fourth BCS program since 1998 towin conference championships in football, men’s basketball and baseball in the same year. Additional highlights from 2012-13, also known as “The Year of the Wildcat,” included:
Big 12 Scholar Athletes of the Year in Brittany Chambers, Jared King and Petra Niedermayerova.A No. 1 BCS ranking in football and Fiesta Bowl berth.NCAA Tournament appearances in volleyball and men’s basketball.A Super Regional appearance in baseball.Five individual Big 12 Track and Field championships.Olympic silver medalist in high jumper Erik Kynard.A Reserve National Championship in equestrian.NCAA Cross Country Championships appearance by Laura Galvan.Became the first school in Big 12 history to win coach of the year honors in football, men’s basketball and baseball in the same year.
With $125 million of comprehensive facility improvements nearly completed at K-State, includingthe new Intercollegiate Rowing Center, the Mike Goss Tennis Stadium, West Stadium Center at BillSnyder Family Stadium and Basketball Training Facility, there is no better time for the collectivecommitment of the K-State family to continue. And as you consider your 2014 annual Ahearn Fundgift, please know every dollar makes an impact. Our Ahearn Fund staff looks forward to answeringany questions that you may have regarding membership in the Ahearn Fund, seating or parkingand would also be honored to visit with you in person. We look forward to the 2013-14 season,and with your support, achieving our goal of being a model intercollegiate athletics program.
Please join us.
Go ‘Cats!
John CurrieDirector of Athletics
P L E D G EShortly after being hired as the university’s
Athletics Director, John Currie, in May 2009,announced the “K-State Pledge,” a series of
accountability measures and core valuesthat serve as the foundation for the
university’s vision for a model intercollegiate athletics program.
V I S I O N
Model intercollegiate athletics program
G O A L S� World-class student-athlete experience.
� Value to university, community and state.� Integrity and transparency in matters of
ethics, finance and NCAA compliance.� Championship athletic performances.� The best fan experience in the Big 12.
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>>K-STATE Athletics had a historic 2012-13 academic year,
as the Wildcats became just the second Big 12 school
and the fourth program since the beginning of the BCS
in 1998 to win conference championships in football,
men’s basketball & baseball in the same academic year.
>>The 215,000-square foot West Stadium Center is the
centerpiece of Phase II of the Bill Snyder Family Stadium
Master Plan, which benefits all fans. The facility includes
new fan amenities, such as 200% more restrooms and
concession points, improved ADA seating, a wider fan
concourse and new K-State Superstore at the Stadium.
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Now celebrating 50 years of support of K-State student-athletes,the Mike Ahearn Scholarship Fund, now officially known as theAhearn Fund, was founded in 1964 with the primary objective ofraising money from the private sector to assist with rising costs.
While fully-funding K-State’s scholarship commitment is the firstobjective, the Ahearn Fund has evolved into something much
more; an Excellence Fund to support a world-class student-athlete experience, including academic supportservices, equipment, sports medicine, strength andconditioning, and travel; as well as an advantage in
supporting facility enhancements, attracting and retaining outstanding head and assistant coaches, and supporting
recruiting efforts with a national reach. Throughout K-State’sstellar athletics history, Ahearn Fund members have providedsupport for thousands of student-athletes who have proudlyworn the Purple and White while earning their degree.
CHANTAY CARONSenior | Lawrence, Kan.
Major: Early Childhood Education
2013-14 AHEARN FUNDGOALS
SupportReach budgeted annual gift goals of$16,000,000.
ParticipationIncrease total membership by 5%to 10,000 members.
LeadershipIncrease total National Leadership Circle Membership to 420 members.
Service Operations1,000 personal visits and 4,000 personal contacts with members to continue to build and fosterrelationships with the Ahearn Fund.
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2013-14 IMPORTANT DATES
Monday, July 1, 2013Beginning of 2013-14 Ahearn Fund and K-State Athletics, Inc. fiscal year.
Friday, November 29, 2013Priority points locked in for 2013 postseason football tickets.
Tuesday, December 31, 2013Priority points locked for 2014 postseason basketball tickets. Last day to make contribution and receivea receipt for the 2013 tax year.
Monday, March 3, 20142014 Pledge Renewal Form and at least 25 percent of Priority Seating contribution is due. Returning yourpledge with at least 25 percent by March 3 ensures you will retain your seating and parking location.
Monday, March 10, 20142014 Football Season Ticket renewals mailed.
Friday, April 25, 20142014 Football Season Ticket renewals are due.
Monday, June 16, 20142014 Ahearn Fund gifts are due in full.
Monday, June 23, 2014Basketball Season Ticket renewals mailed.
Monday, June 30, 2014End of 2013-14 Ahearn Fund fiscal year.
Friday, August 1, 2014Basketball Season Ticket renewals are due.
>>Thanks to your support, K-STATE Athletics, Inc., has invested
more than $125 million in facility improvements in the last 36 months,
including the construction of the Phase II $90 million West Stadium
Center, $18 million Basketball Training Facility, $3 million Mike Goss
Tennis Stadium and $3 million Intercollegiate Rowing Center.
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Basketball Training Facility
Dedicated October 5, 2012
Mike Goss Tennis Stadium
Dedicated September 7, 2013
Intercollegiate Rowing CenterDedicated October 25, 2013
K-STATE ATHLETICS YEAR IN REVIEW
>>Junior PETRA NIEDERMAYEROVA eeaarrnneedd aa ttrriipp ttoo tthhee
NCAA Championships in both singles and doubles,
where she advanced to the round of 16 in both events.
She set school marks for single season (32) and career
(80) single wins and single season (27) doubles wins.
>>K-STATE became the first
Big 12 school to have the
league’s Coach of the Year in
football, basketball and baseball
in the same athletics season.
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Under the direction of athletics director John Currie, K-State Athletics enjoyed one of its greatestall-around athletics seasons in its long history in 2012-13. The school
became just the second in Big 12 history and the fourth since the start ofthe Bowl Championship Series (BCS) in 1998 to win conference titles infootball, men’s basketball and baseball in the same academic year, joining Stanford (1999-2000), Texas (2005-06) and Louisville (2012-13).
The historic ride began in the Fall as coach Bill Snyder led the footballteam to an 11-win season and No. 1 BCS ranking en route to a berth in
the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl. The volleyball team advanced to the NCAATournament for the ninth time under coach Suzie Fritz, while LauraGalvan posted a school-record time at the NCAA Cross CountryChampionships. Both basketball teams went to the postseasonwith the men’s team advancing to the NCAA Tournament for thefourth straight season. Led by Olympian Erik Kynard, the track
and field team had 10 athletes earn All-America distinction andfive win individual Big 12 titles, while Petra Niedermayerovaset school records for wins en route to advancing to the round
of 16 in singles and double play at the NCAA Championships.Equestrian earned its third Reserve National Championship in
the past four years with four earning All-America honors. Baseballcapped the year off
by setting schoolrecords for wins (45)and league wins(16) en route to itsfirst NCAA Regionaltitle and trip to theSuper Regionals.
2012-13 ATHLETICSH IGHL IGHTS
A No. 1 BCS ranking in football and aberth in the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl.Heisman finalist in Collin Klein.NCAA Tournament appearances byvolleyball and men’s basketball.NCAA Regional Championship & SuperRegional appearance in baseball.5 individual Big 12 Track champions.Olympic silver medalist Erik Kynard.A Reserve National Championship in Equestrian.
AUSTIN FISHERJunior | Lenexa, Kan.Major: Marketing
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>>Junior PETRA NIEDERMAYEROVA eeaarrnneedd aa ttrriipp ttoo tthhee
NCAA Championships in both singles and doubles,
where she advanced to the round of 16 in both events.
She set school marks for single season (32) and career
(80) single wins and single season (27) doubles wins.
COST OF A WORLD-CLASS
STUDENT-ATHLETE EXPERIENCE
Total Annual Cost
>>$44,533.40
Mouthpiece: $5Game Jersey: $330Helmet: $600 (2 per player)Annual Scholarship: $28,955.40*
($20,145.40 tuition & fees and $8,810 room & board)Gloves: $360 (12 pairs per player)Pants: $190Travel: $5,000Sports Medicine: $3,646Strength & Conditioning: $1,560Academic Tutoring & Advising: $2,662Knee, Thigh, Hip & Tail Pads: $25Shoes: $400 (7 pairs per player)Books: $800
*Based on out-of-state rates and living on-campus.
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>>TYLER LOCKETT followed up his freshman All-American season in 2011
by earning Second Team All-Big 12 honors as an all-purpose player from
The Associated Press as a sophomore. He had 688 return yards with
two touchdowns, including a 100-yard kickoff return vs. Oklahoma State.
TYLER LOCKETTJunior | Tulsa, Okla.Major: Management
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ANNUAL GIVING
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>>K-STATE’s women’s volleyball team advanced to
its 14th overall NCAA Tournament and ninth under the
direction of 12th-year head coach SUzIE FRITz in 2012.
The squad was also one of just two Big 12 schools to
earn the AVCA Team Academic Award in 2012-13.
Annual gifts to the Ahearn Fund and priority season-ticket purchases represent the lifebloodfor K-State Athletics and allow the department to achieve its vision of a model intercollegiate athletics program. Ahearn Fund members who make an annual gift can receive Priority Pointsand other benefits according to their membership level.
The Ahearn Fund encourages all members to make their gifts online at AhearnFund.com. Allcurrent Ahearn Fund members have a secure online account. In order to activate this account,current members will need their Ahearn Fund account number and email address found at thetop of the renewal form. New members can also set up an online account at AhearnFund.com.For additional information on this service, please turn to page 21 of this guide. For memberswho do not wish to use our online services, we can be reached at (888) 232.9074.
Pledge Payment SchedulesFor your convenience, the Ahearn Fund is proud to offer monthly pledge
payment options. To take advantage of this option, please indicate on yourfirst payment on your Renewal form, go to AhearnFund.com to set up
your pledge payment schedule or call the Ahearn Fund. When settingup a schedule please keep in mind that at least 25% is due on March 3and the full balance is due on or before June 16.
Matching giftsMany companies provide matching gifts for contributions made by
employees. Matching gifts are a great way to increase your supportof the Ahearn Fund and they do count toward your membership level and Priority Pointtotals. Pleaseconsult your HR manager for more
information onmatching gifts.
>>A record $36.8 million was
donated to K-State Athletics
in 2012-13, a jump of $10 million
from 2011-12 and triple the
amount given since 2009.6Website: www.AhearnFund.com | Toll Free Phone: (888) 232.9074 | Email: [email protected]
2013-14 AHEARN FUND
WAYS TO GIVE3 ways to make/renew your Annual Gift
Go online to www.AhearnFund.com.
Use the enclosed pledge card andenvelope to mail your gift.
Call the Ahearn Fund at (888) 232.9074 to speak with someone about setting upa payment plan or paying via credit card.
ERIKA SCHILLERJunior | DeSoto, Kan.
Major: Dietetics
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2013-14 ATHLETICS BUDGETRevenues Total % TotalFootball Tickets $10,800,000 18.00%Men’s Basketball Tickets $3,500,000 5.83%Women’s Basketball Tickets $250,000 0.42%Other Sports Tickets $130,000 0.22%Ahearn Fund Gifts $16,000,000 26.66%K-State Sports Properties $3,850,000 6.42%Big 12/NCAA $21,000,000 34.99%Licensing $779,877 1.30%Parking $700,000 1.17%Concessions/Merchandise $700,000 1.17%Student Privilege Fees $500,695 0.83%Game Guarantees $50,000 0.08%Direct State/University Funding $0 0.00%Other Revenue $1,750,000 2.92%
$60,010,572 100%
Expenses Total % TotalSports Operating/Recruiting $22,931,492 38.21%(includes salaries, travel & equipment)Scholarships $7,278,330 12.13%(cash paid by KSA to Kansas State University)Student-Athlete Support $4,185,062 6.97%(sports medicine, strength and academic services)Fan Experience/Ahearn Fund/K-StateHD.TV $5,166,762 8.61%Administration $3,055,616 5.09%Facilities Maintainence & Utilities $3,457,298 5.76%Game Management $2,480,519 4.13%Band/Cheer Squad $211,925 0.35%Debt Service $5,480,282 9.13%Big 12 Membership/Overhead $1,515,000 2.52%Game Guarantees $2,085,000 3.47%Parking $283,286 0.47%Institutional Support Fee $300,000 0.50%Depreciation $1,500,000 2.50%Other Expenses $80,000 0.13%
$60,010,572 100%
Note: Not part of the budget, K-State Athletics remitted $1,356,333 in sales tax to the state of Kansas for FY2013.
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>>K-STATE Athletics, Inc.’s operating budget of $60 million for the
2013-14 fiscal year will be the largest in school history and
represents a 3.3% increase from 2012-13. The department
registered a balanced budget and revenues exceeded expenses
for the fourth consecutive year in 2012-13.
FY09
$12.7 mil
TOTAL CONTRIBUTIONS TO
K-STATE ATHLETICS* 2009 to Present
FY10
$16.8 mil
FY11
$17.8 mil
FY12
$25.8 mil
FY13
$36.8 mil
ANNUAL DEPARTmENT
BUDGET GROWTH 2010 to Present
FY10
$43.3 mil
FY11
$50.0 mil
FY12
$54.8 mil
FY13
$61.7 mil$48.5
mil
$53.7 mil
$61.3 mil
$66.0 mil
Revenue Expenses
*Reflect total Ahearn Fund annual, capital,endowment and restricted donations.
tPRioRitY PoiNtS
PRioRitY PoiNtS
KEY DAtESMarch 3, 2014
Ranking for football seating & parking
June 16, 2014Ranking for men’s basketballseating & parking
November 28, 2014Ranking for the bowl game
December 31, 2014Ranking for basketball postseason
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The Priority Points system was created to more equitably serve Ahearn Fund members. PriorityPoints determine season ticket placement and the distribution of tickets to high-demand eventssuch as bowl games, Big 12 Championships and NCAA Tournaments. Additionally, Priority Pointranking is used for parking and seating upgrades for season tickets and other special events.
Priority Points are rewarded as follows:� 3 points per $100 of annual gifts made since 2010 to Ahearn Fund
and Capital Campaign gifts (gift-in-kind included). Gifts include:Ahearn, Ahearn-Football, Ahearn-Men’s Basketball, Ahearn-Women’sBasketball, Ahearn-Loge Box, West Club, West Suite, East Chairback,
and East Suite.
� 2 points per $100 of annual gifts from 2000-09.
� 2 points per $100 of restricted gifts to Ahearn Fund. Restricted gifts include: Golden Cats, Diamond Cats, and Legends Membership
� 1 point per season ticket. Football, volleyball, men’s and women’s basketball andbaseball season tickets.
>>Despite seven healthy players for the last 19 games,
K-StAtE’s women’s basketball team earned a bid to
the postseason for the 11th time in 12 seasons with an
invitation to the WNit. the Wildcats advanced all the
way to the national semifinals to finish with 19 wins.
>>Junior RoSS KivEtt became
the third Wildcat to be selected
Big 12 Player of the Year and was
drafted in the 10th round by his
hometown Cleveland indians, but
opted to return for his senior year.
RYAN HERSHBERGERSenior | Clay Center, Kan.Major: Computer Science
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MEMBER BENEFitS
Wildcat Club
$50-$
299
Powercat Club
$300
-$499
Royal Purple Club
$500
-$999
Victory Club
$100
0-$24
99
Scholarship Club
$250
0-$49
99
Champion’s Club
$500
0-$99
99
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� Enhancing the Student-Athlete Experience
� Season Ticket Priority
� Bowl Ticket Priority
� K-State Super Store Discount
� Ahearn Fund Membership Card
� Ahearn Fund MemberAppreciation Day Invitation
� Official Window Decal
� AhearnFund.com Recognition
� Powercat Exchange Membership
� Jr. Wildcat Membership Discount
� Powercat Auction Invitation
� VIP Parking Eligibility*
� Reserved Parking Eligibility*
� Media Guides**
� Postseason Seating Priority
� Legends Room Access
� Champion’s Club Annual Event
� Goss Family Tailgate Terrace Access
Under Internal Revenue Code provisions, no more than 80% of an amount paid to or for the benefit of an institution of higher education may betreated as a charitable contribution if, as a result of the payment, the donor receives the right to purchase tickets for seating at an athletic event inan athletic stadium at the institution. You should consult your tax advisor to determine whether these provisions apply to you.
*Separate donations required for football and men’s basketball parking (subject to availability).**Season-ticket holder only
FOOTBALL SEATING
$250 perseat
$300 perseat
$350 perseat
$600 perseat
$1300 perseat
Student
A
PRIORITY SEATING
GIVING LEVELS
*Gray areas do not require an annual donation
>>K-STATE posted the second-highest average football
attendance in its history in 2012 with 50,278 per game.
With a record 43,000+ season tickets sold in June 2013,
K-STATE is on track to set new records for number of
sellouts and attendance. The 2014 home schedule
includes Auburn, Kansas, Oklahoma State and Texas.
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Ahearn Fund members receive the opportunity to purchase football season tickets in Bill Snyder Family Stadium. Priority seating sections require a minimum per seat contribution to theAhearn Fund in order to purchase seats on a season ticket basis. The chart below displays theminimum per seat contribution needed to purchase Priority Seats.
Contributions made for priority seating count toward your Ahearn Fund annual membershiplevel and earn Priority Points at the rate of 3 points per $100. Members of the Ahearn Fund staff
are available to personally assist you with selecting a season ticket location that matches your preferred desired level of giving. For
information, please call the Ahearn Fund at (888) 232.9074. B.J. FINNEYJunior | Andale, Kan.
Major: History
$50 perseat
$125 perseat
$150 perseat
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TFOOTBALL PARKINGThe tailgating atmosphere at Bill Snyder Family Stadium is the best in the nation and the AhearnFund is proud to offer two parking options to members on gameday. Parking in the East and Westparking lots at the stadium are reserved for Ahearn Fund members only.
Ahearn Reserved Parking Ahearn Fund members with football season tickets and Football Priority Seating at the $1,000 levelor higher have the option to purchase one reserved parking pass in the East or West parking lotdepending on availability.
Ahearn VIP ParkingAhearn Fund members with football season tickets and Football Priority Seating at the $500 levelor higher have the option to purchase one VIP parking pass in either the East VIP lot or Lot 9.
For questions about parking, please contact assistant director Eric Buda. He can be reached byphone at (785) 532.7715 or via email at [email protected] or call (888) 232.9074.
Website: www.AhearnFund.com | Toll Free Phone: (888) 232.9074 | Email: [email protected]
CCUURRRRYY SSEEXXTTOONN
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>>COLLIN KLEIN became the school’s second-ever Heisman finalist,
as the quarterback finished ranked in the Top 10 in school history
in 11 categories, including rushing scores, scoring and total yards.
A winner of the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award, he was the
selected as the 2012-13 Big 12’s Male Athlete of the Year.
CCCCUUUURRRRRRRRYYYY SSSSEEEEXXXXTTTTOOOONNNNJunior | Abilene, Kan.Major: Marketing
COLLIN KLEIN
K-State ‘13 | Loveland, Colo.
MEN’S BASKETBALL SEATING
*White sections do not require an annual donation
AAhearn Fund members are given the opportunity to purchase Kansas State men’s basketball season tickets. Priority seating sections in Bramlage Coliseum require a minimum per seat contribution to the Ahearn Fund in order to purchase seats on a season ticket basis. The chartbelow displays the minimum per seat contribution needed to purchase Priority Seats.
Contributions made for priority seating count toward your total Ahearn Fund annual membership level and earn Priority Points at the rate of 3 points per
$100. Ahearn Fund representatives are available to personally assist youwith selecting a season ticket location that matches your desired level
of giving. For additional information, please call the Ahearn Fund at(888) 232.9074.
Website: www.AhearnFund.com | Toll Free Phone: (888) 232.9074 | Email: [email protected]
>>The Wildcats continue to possess one of the top
home atmospheres in the nation as Bramlage Coliseum
has been sold out each of the past three seasons.
K-STATE is one of just 13 schools nationally to draw
more than 12,000 for every home game since 2010.
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PRIORITY SEATINGGIVING LEVELS$180 per
seat
$240 perseat
$325 perseat
$650 perseat
$975 perseat
$1300 perseat
$1500 perseat
$5200 perseat
Student*Gray areas do not require an annual donation
D.J. JOHNSONSophomore | St. Louis, Mo.
Major: Business Administration
MEN’S BASKETBALL PARKING
TThe Ahearn Fund is proud to offer two parking options to members on gameday.
Ahearn Reserved ParkingAhearn Fund members withmen’s basketball season tickets and Men’s BasketballPriority Seating at the $1,000level or higher have the option to purchase one reserved parking pass. Reserved parking includes theareas closest to Bramlage Coliseum. Most reservedspaces are located on theWest side of Bramlage Coliseum; however, there area limited number of reservedspaces on the East side of thecoliseum as well.
Ahearn VIP ParkingAhearn Fund members withseason tickets to basketballand Men’s Basketball PrioritySeating at the $500 level orhigher have the option to purchase one VIP parkingpass. VIP parking is located onthe West side of Bramlage Coliseum. To inquire aboutparking, please contact assistant director of annualgiving Eric Buda. He can bereached at (785) 532.7715 orat [email protected].
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>>K-STATE’S men’s basketball team has won 20 or more games
for seven straight years. Led by first-year coach Bruce Weber,
the ‘Cats won their first league title since 1977 and advanced
to the NCAA Tournament. Weber was named Big 12 Coach of
the Year and was a finalist for National Coach of the Year.
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THOMAS GIPSON
Junior | Cedar Hill, Texas
Major: Secondary Education
NATIONAL LEADERSHIP CIRCLE
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>>K-STATE’s rowing team enjoyed a successful 2012-13
campaign, as the Wildcats won two gold medals
(2nd Varsity 8 and Varsity 4) and a bronze (1st Varsity 8)
at the SIRAs Championships in Oak Ridge, Tenn.
The team won its third Sunflower Showdown in a row.
The National Leadership Circle (NLC) of the Ahearn Fund is a comprehensive program forKansas State’s top level of annual donors to athletics. In appreciation for their annual impact onthe pursuit of athletic and academic excellence, NLC members are recognized with Bronze, Silver, Gold and Diamond levels and receive special benefits. In 2013, we are pleased to havenearly 400 members representing 19 states. NLC members accounted for 54 percent of the totalgiving to the Ahearn Fund this past year. This level of commitment from National Leadership
Circle members helps to fund scholarships for student-
athletes, sports medicine, academic support, and
other services that directly benefit our
student-athletes while alsofunding the department’s
margin of excellencethrough improvements
like facility upgradesand coaches’ salaries.
For more on theNational Leadership Circle, please contact Senior Associate ADChad Weiberg and Senior Director of Development Alex Kringentoll free at (888)232.9074.
National Leadership Circle members represent 19 states across the U.S.A.
NATIONAL LEADERSHIP
LEVELSDiamond Level
$100,000 & above annual commitment
Gold Level$50,000-$99,999 annual commitment
Silver Level$25,000-$49,999 annual commitment
Bronze Level$10,000-$24,999 annual commitment
JACQUE BOGSTADSenior | Woodland Hills, Calif.
Major: Animal Sciences
>>Members of the NATIONAL
LEADERSHIP CIRCLE reached
an all-time record in 2012-13
with 399 giving to K-STATE.
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MIKE GOSS
K-State ‘81 | Westport, Conn.
ALY BRONDERSenior | Hazelwood, Mo.
Major: Kinesiology
Bronze Level ($10,000-$24,999 annual commitment)All previously listed Ahearn Fund benefitsRecognition on NLC Loyalty Walls at both Bill Snyder Family Stadium and Bramlage Coliseum and within the annual NLC Recognition BookInvitations to VIP Wildcat receptionsInvitations to NLC Weekend activities each Fall on a football weekend, including an exclusiveNLC pre-game party with Wildcat coaches and student-athletesTicket access for non-season ticket holders and out-of-state membersAnnual NLC giftNLC lapel pin (first-year benefit only)
Silver Level ($25,000-$49,999 annual commitment)All Ahearn Fund and Bronze Level benefitsPre-game field access for one home football game each seasonExclusive interactions with Wildcat coachesAnnual NLC giftNLC lapel pin (first-year benefit only)
Gold Level ($50,000-$99,999 annual commitment)All Ahearn Fund, Silver Level and Bronze Level benefitsInvitation to a VIP reception at the President’s home each seasonExclusive invitation to Gold member-only eventsAnnual NLC giftNLC lapel pin (first-year benefit only)
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Diamond Level ($100,000 and above annual commitment)All Ahearn Fund, Gold, Silver and Bronze Level benefitsInvitation to a VIP reception at the President’s home each seasonExclusive invitation to Diamond member-only eventsAnnual NLC giftNLC lapel pin (first-year benefit only)
15VERING FAMILYBrandon, Tracy, Shaylee,
Aubree, Hayden and CarsonMarysville, Kan.
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>>The support of members like BRANDON and TRACY VERING are a
big reason the Ahearn Fund is such an important element of success
for K-STATE Athletics. The VERINGS recently increased their support
to the NLC Silver level and they believe improvements made to
facilities will bring attention to the quality of all K-STATE sports
and national recogntion to the university.
PREMIUM SEATING
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PPremium seating at K-State is a great way to take a leadership role in support of Wildcat Athletics,while sitting in the one of the best seats in Bill Snyder Family Stadium, Bramlage Coliseum andTointon Family Stadium. For information regarding premium seating at Bill Snyder Family
Stadium, Bramlage Coliseum and/or Tointon Family Stadium, pleasecontact Assistant Director of Annual Giving Eric Buda by phone
at (785) 532.7715 or via email at [email protected] orcall us toll free at (888) 232.9074.
Bill Snyder Family Stadium SuitesThere are a variety of suite seating options (12-, 16- and 20-seatsuites) on the east and west sides of the stadium. Some of theamenities include cushioned-stadium seats, personal LCD
televisions, refrigerator and catering options, wet bar, and private restrooms.
West Stadium Center Loge BoxesLocated on the West side of Bill Snyder Family Stadium,above the Club level, Loge Boxes offer an ideal view of theaction. Enjoy the game from this private box setting andpanoramic views of the entire stadium. This premier seatingarea offers covered outdoor seating with radiant heating,all-inclusive dining and food services, personal TVs as wellas access to private bathrooms.
West Stadium Center ClubLocated in the new West Stadium Center, this premierseating section offers unparelled amenities. In additionto having one of the best views in college football, Clubholders enjoy the game from 24” padded chairs, all-inclusive dining and food services, as well as a climatecontrolled club lounge.
KansasStateCars.com ClubThe KansasStateCars.com Club, located on the East side ofBill Snyder Family Stadium, is another premium seating option for Ahearn Fund members. Options include climatecontrolled lounge, eight LCD televisions, private restrooms,four concession stands and elevator access.
Bramlage Coliseum Courtside Seating and Loge BoxesK-State men’s and women’s basketball fans can enjoy games
from one of 61 courtside seats or 116 Loge Box seats.
Tointon Family Stadium Suites and Club SeatingWildcat baseball fans have several premium options, including one of five suites (15-seat) and a 35-seat club suite with indoor
and outdoor seating.
>>K-STATE’s women’s equestrian team claimed its
third Reserve National Championship in four seasons
in 2013, as the Wildcats defeated No. 3 seed Georgia
before falling to No. 1 seed Oklahoma State at the
National Equestrian Association Championships.
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KYLE HANSONSenior | Leawood, Kan.
Major: Finance
PREMIUM SEATING
>>SARA SAVATOVIC won the school’s first Big 12 hammer throw
title since 2008 with a toss of 64-11 and was named the
league’s Outstanding Freshman of the Year in 2013. 17Website: www.AhearnFund.com | Toll Free Phone: (888) 232.9074 | Email: [email protected]
Bill Snyder Family Stadium East Suites Bill Snyder Family Stadium West Suites
Bill Snyder Family Stadium East Club Bill Snyder Family Stadium West Club
Bill Snyder Family Stadium Loge Boxes Inside View Bill Snyder Family Stadium Loge Boxes Outside View
Bramlage Coliseum Courtside Seats Bramlage Coliseum Loge Boxes
Tointon Family Stadium Club Tointon Family Stadium Suites
SARA SAVATOVIC
Sophomore | Crvenka, Serbia
Major: Business Administration
WeST STaDiUM CeNTeR
CCome be a part of the family in the West Stadium Center! The facility offers premium seating withthe best sightlines in college football, as well as exclusive access to private men’s and women’srestrooms, flat panel TVs, all-inclusive dining and food services with complimentary non-alcoholicbeverages, full service bars, and a 15,000+ square feet of climate-controlled indoor club area torelax by the fireplace or visit with friends. With all of these amenities, the West Stadium Centeris sure to provide you with the premier seating experience in college football.
ClUB SeaTiNGAmenities include:
The best sightlines in college football24” wide-padded chairs with enhanced neck and back support and cup holdersExclusive access to 15,000+ square foot climate controlled club loungeAll-inclusive dining and food servicesFull service barComplimentary non-alcoholic beverage servicesAccess to private restrooms on club levelAccess the Goss Family Tailgate TerraceOver 30 flat panel televisions in the club area so you will never miss a minute of actionReserved parking in the West LotRight of first refusal following initial term
Construction GiftConstruction Gift is a philanthropic contributionmade by all K-State Fans with seats in the WestStadium Center. These gifts support the fundingof the West Stadium Center and additionalimprovements made to Bill Snyder Family Stadium. All these gifts will earn Priority Points ata rate of 3 Points per $100. All premium seats inthe West Stadium Center require a constructiongift regardless of the date of commitment. Pleaseconsult your tax advisor regarding the tax deductibility of construction gifts.
For more information, please contact Alex Kringen at [email protected] byphone at (785) 532.7674 or call us toll free at(888) 232.9074.
WeST STaDiUM CeNTeR
ClUB SeaTSClub Seats ($3,000/per seat annually)
$15,000 construction gift per seat*$3,000 annual payment per seat includes Ahearn Fund donations, tickets, food and parking5, 7 and 9-year commitmentImmediately select your location from all available at the time you makeyour construction gift
*Extended payment terms available
West Club
SaRaH KOlMeRJunior | Emporia, Kan.
Major: Kinesiology
>>K-STaTe finished the 2012 season ranked No. 1 in the
UPS Team Performance index rating for special teams
and fewest team miscues. The Wildcats finished third
overall in the final 2012 rankings, which use statistical
information to measure efficiency and teamwork.
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Kyle WaiT
Senior | Gardner, Kan.
Major: Wildlife & Outdoor Management
>>Two-time Big 12 champion
Kyle WaiT placed seventh at the
NCaa Outdoor Championships,
becoming the first ‘Cat to score
in the pole vault since 1982.
WeST STaDiUM CeNTeR
lOGe SeaTiNGAmenities include:
The best sightlines in college footballCovered outdoor seating with radiant heating on exclusive mezzanine levelMeshed rolling chairback seatingExclusive access to 15,000+ square foot climate-controlled club loungeAll-inclusive dining and food servicesComplimentary non-alcoholic beverage servicesPrivate full-service bar and lounge on Loge Box levelReserved parking in the West LotAccess to private restrooms on Loge Box LevelPersonal TVs in each Loge BoxPrivacy of mini suite for family and friendsConcierge serviceAccess the Goss Family Tailgate TerraceRight of first refusal following initial termComplimentary game day program
Construction GiftConstruction Gift is a philanthropic contributionmade by all K-State Fans with seats in the West Stadium Center. These gifts support the West Stadium Center and additional improvementsmade to Bill Snyder Family Stadium. All these giftswill earn Priority Points at a rate of 3 Points per $100.All premium seats in the West Stadium Center require a construction gift regardless of the time ofcommitment. Please consult your tax advisor regarding the tax deductibility of construction gifts.
For more information, please contact Alex Kringen at [email protected] byphone at (785) 532.7674 or call us toll free at(888) 232.9074.
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>>all 16 K-STaTe athletic teams met and exceeded the NCaa’s
academic Progress Rate (aPR) multi-year standard for the
third consecutive year. The men’s and women’s golf teams
and men’s cross country were awarded aPR Public Recognition
distinction for finishing in the Top 10 percent.
WeST STaDiUM CeNTeR
lOGe SeaTSLoge Seats ($3,750/per seat annually)
$30,000 construction gift per seat*$3,750 annual payment per seat includes Ahearn Fund donations, tickets, food and parking5, 7 and 9-year commitmentImmediately select your location from all available at the time you make your construction gift
*Extended payment terms available
Loge Level
Loge Level View
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Kali yaTeS
K-State ‘13 | Bonner Springs, Kan.
in true K-State fashion, fans across the country joined
in the celebration of the new West Stadium Center
by purchasing 90% of the seats prior to the
2013 season, with an expected sellout in 2014.
>>Under National Coach of the Year BILL SNYDER,
the Wildcats posted their seventh 11-win season since
1997 and their second 11-win regular season in 2012
en route to earning the school’s third conference
title and an invitation to the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl.
POSTSEASON OPPORTUNITIES
POSTSEASON
KEY DATESImmediate following K-State’s bowl eligible sixth win
Bowl ticket applications mailed
November 29, 2013Priority Points ranking for bowl game
December 31, 2013Priority Points ranking for basketballpostseason
Early January 2014Basketball postseason (Big 12 & NCAATournaments) applications mailed
CCapped by its three Big 12 titles, K-State enjoyed one of its greatest athletics year in 2012-13, whichincluded a trip to the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl in football, a berth in an NCAA Super Regional by baseballand NCAA Tournament appearances by men’s basketball and women’s volleyball. As an AhearnFund member, you have the first opportunity to purchase tickets for postseason events from
K-State’s official allotment, which can include bowl games, the NCAA Men’sand Women’s Basketball Tournaments and the Phillips 66 Big 12
Championships held in March at Chesapeake Energy Arena (women) inOklahoma City and Sprint Center (men) in Kansas City.
Tickets for these postseason events are based on availability from theBig 12, bowl partner and NCAA, and assigned based on Priority Points
ranking. It is important to follow the ordering deadlines and procedures to secure the best possible seats based on your rank
as determined by Priority Points. Any time K-State is poised forpostseason play, ticket applications will be mailed immediately following K-State’s bowl-eligible sixth win for a
bowl game and January for the Big 12 Championship(s) andNCAA Tournament(s).
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>>LAURA GALVAN capped off
a sensational year at the NCAA
Cross Country Championships
with a school-record 6K time to
finish 45th out of 253 runners.
TRISTAN McCARTYSenior | Manhattan, Kan.Major:Marketing
LAURA GALVAN
Junior | Guonajuato, Mexico
Major: Food Science & Industry
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AHEARNFUND.COM
By clicking here, Donors can set up an
online account.
Donors can learn more about the AhearnFund, its giving levels, the Priority Points System and other programs by clicking on the “Giving to the Ahearn Fund” button.
General parkingas well as priorityand premium
seating information
By clicking here, Donors can access their Ahearn Fund account.
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>>Seven Wildcats were recipients of the Dr. Gerald Lage Award,
which is the Big 12’s highest academic honor. A student-athlete
must have 100 hours of earned credit with a cumulative GPA of 3.8.
Honorees included Katie Arrow, Allison Dorau, Ethan Hammes,
David Klaudt, Jared Loomis, Samantha McCloud and Daniel Wood.
Check out Phase II ofthe Bill Snyder FamilyStadium Master Plan -
the $90 millionWest Stadium
Center.
Learn more aboutthe National
Leadership Circle
Check out the latest news on the Ahearn Fund,including the record-setting 2012-13 campaign,in which $36.8 million was generously donated.
Read the latest Ahearn Fund Spotlight featuring Wildcat coaches and student-athletes as
well as the latest letter from John Currie.
Keep track of upcoming eventsand deadlines.
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>>Head coach TIM NORRIS has announced his retirement
following the conclusion of the 2013-14 season. He has
guided the program for 16 years, helping the team to
four NCAA appearances and 16 tournament titles and
producing PGA players - Robert Streb and Aaron Watkins.
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>>Decathlete DEVIN DICK won the
Wilma Rudolph Student-Athlete
Achievement Award for his
courageous battle with cancer.
He earned All-America honors
at the NCAA Championships.
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Why is it important that I makemy pledge and send in at least25 percent of my contributionby March 3?
Meeting the March 3 deadline helps the staffprovide the best possible customer service,helps ensure fairness and enables the staff todeliver the fiscal accountability you deserve. Byindicating your intent to renew your AhearnFund membership by March 3 you guaranteeretention of your football seating and parkinglocation, provided you meet the minimum con-tribution level for the seating and parking area,renew your tickets and pay the balance of yourpledge by June 16. March 3 is also the datewhich we will calculate priority points for foot-ball seating and parking upgrades.
Additionally, having pledges in by March 3helps the department accurately project revenues, which assists with the budgetingprocess and is our commitment to being fiscally responsible in the coming year. Thebudget process begins in March with a completed budget published in late June.
Why is my total gift due by June 16?
To maintain the department’s goal for fiscal
responsibility and accountability; it is important that it can accurately project revenue for not only for planning but also forbudgeting purposes. The budget process begins in March each year and the books areclosed on June 30.
Once the fiscal year ends in June, an annual report detailing how your gifts were utilizedwill be prepared and distributed to all AhearnFund members. Of course, you may completeyour pledge in full at any time prior to the June16 deadline.
What happens if I don’t makemy pledge by March 3? Or mytotal gift by June 16?
It is important to meet deadlines established inthis membership guide to ensure that you retain your current seats and parking. If youmiss these deadlines your seats and parkingwill be placed on our open seating/parking listand if there is a request that matches any openseats we will move those who have met thedeadline into the open seats and/or parking.This is critical to ensuring fair treatment forAhearn members and season ticket holdersand giving those members who meet eachdeadline the opportunity to improve their seatsand/or parking.
DEVIN DICK
Senior | Hutchinson, Kan.
Major: Agribusiness
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
K-State Athletics, Inc., and its programs are governed by the rules and regulations of the NCAA and the Big 12 Conference. Current NCAAregulations require that, if you, as a donor to K-State Athletics or any person directly or indirectly related or affiliated with you, violateany of the rules and regulations of the NCAA or Big 12, the University must disassociate itself from you and any future University-relatedbenefits or privileges available to you will be terminated. Your participation in this program and your acceptance of benefits and privileges available from the University as a part of this program is your acknowledgement and agreement that, in the event of anysuch finding by the NCAA, the Big 12 or the University, all future benefits and privileges will be cancelled and/or forfeited by the school.
PLAYING BY THE RULES >> NCAA COMPLIANCE
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What are the advantages to paying my gift by March 3?
Points are credited only as dollars are received.Completing your gift by March 3 means thatyou will get priority point credit for the entireamount of the gift, which could improve yourseats and/or parking. Points will be calculatedon March 3 and those totals will be used forfootball seating and parking upgrades. Pointscalculated on June 16 will be used for men’sand women’s basketball requests.
Can I pay my Ahearn Fund gift in installments?
Yes, you can make monthly payments towardyour Ahearn Fund pledge. Equal monthly payments can be charged to your credit cardon the date you specify. An important thing tonote if you are setting up a monthly paymentschedule for the first time, please make surethat the portion of the donation related to priority seating is 25% and paid by March 3 andthe balance is paid by June 16. We will work toaccommodate your requests in regards to yourpayment schedules. Please call the AhearnFund to personally discuss your options.
Can I join the Ahearn Fund if Idon’t have season tickets?
Yes, the Ahearn Fund is K-State’s National Fundfor Student-Athlete Excellence. Being anAhearn member, at any level, helps the department to achieve the vision of being amodel intercollegiate athletics program. Annual gifts to the Fund are the lifeblood ofKansas State Athletics. Those dollars allow thedepartment to provide a world-class student-athlete experience, maintain and provide on-going facility upgrades, attract and retain greatcoaches and enable a national recruiting reach.At the same time we pledge to operate in a fiscally responsible and transparent manner.
How can I make a request for aparking spot at Bill SnyderFamily Stadium?
The Ahearn Fund is proud to offer three parkingoptions for members of the Ahearn Fund; Reserved, VIP, and RV parking. In order to obtaina parking space for football, the request mustby submitted to the Ahearn Fund by March 1 ofeach year. Requests can be submitted to EricBuda at (785) 532-7715 or via email [email protected]. Requests are reviewed each year in priority point order andare based on availability.
LLiinndsey BabcockAAssssociate AD/CCoompliance(785) [email protected]
DDaaren KoudeleDDiirrector ofCCoompliance(785) [email protected]
JJeeff NorrisAAssssistant Director ofCCoompliance(785) [email protected]
>>K-STATE ATHLETICS COMPLIANCE STAFF
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TYLER NORRISSenior | Manhattan, Kan.
Major: Finance
Laird VeatchExecutive Associate Athletics Director(785) [email protected]
Lon FloydAssistant AD/Development Events(785) [email protected]
Alex KringenSenior Director ofDevelopment/Annual Giving(785) [email protected]
Eric BudaAssistant Director/Annual Giving(785) [email protected]
Susan ShipmanDirector of Hospitalityand Special Events(785) [email protected]
Alexis RodriguezGraduate Assistant/Ahearn Fund(785) [email protected]
ChadWeibergSenior Associate AD/Development(785) [email protected]
Mike ClarkSenior Director ofDevelopment(785) [email protected]
Nate WarrenAssistant Director/Ahearn Fund(785) [email protected]
Jen SchulteGift Processing Assistant/Ahearn Fund(785) [email protected]
Chelsey BarnesAssistant Director of Hospitalityand Special Events(785) [email protected]
Andrew GobleGraduate Assistant/Ahearn Fund(785) [email protected]
STAFF
GIANNA MISENHELTERSenior | Overland Park, Kan.Major: Public Relations
>>Thanks to Ahearn Fund members, K-STATE was
again recognized as one of 23 athletics programs
to generate more revenue than it spent in 2012-13,
allowing the department to eliminate $1.6-plus million
in direct university support effective June 30, 2013.
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Tax Information
Disclaimer: This information is not intended to constitute legal advice or other tax counsel and may not be relied on as such. Please consult a personal tax advisor concerning the deductibility of any contribution to the Ahearn Fund.
The Kansas State University Foundation (“Foundation”) is a 501 (c)(3) tax-exempt organization soliciting tax deductible private contributions for the benefit of Kansas State University. The foundation is registered to solicitcharitable contributions with the appropriate governing authorities in all states requiring registration. A copy of the foundation’s current financial statement is available by writing to 2323 Anderson Ave., Suite 500, Manhattan,KS 66502, Attn: Compliance Officer, by calling toll-free 800-432-1578, or by accessing our web site at www.found.ksu.edu. In addition, if you are a resident of the following states we are required to advise you that a copy of ourfinancial report is available directly through their offices as follows: CALIFORNIA: The official registration and financial information regarding The Kansas State University Foundation can be obtained from the Attorney General’sWeb site at http://caag.state.ca.us/charities/. Registration does not imply endorsement. FLORIDA: A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION (CH-29330) AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OFCONSUMER SERVICES BY CALIING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. MARYLAND: Documents and informationsubmitted under the Maryland Solicitations Act are available, for the cost of postage and copies, from the Maryland Secretary of State, State House, Annapolis, MD 21401 (410) 974-5534. NEW JERSEY: INFORMATION FILED WITHTHE ATTORNEY GENERAL CONCERNING THIS CHARITABLE SOLICITATION AND THE PERCENTAGE OF CONTRIBUTIONS RECEIVED BY THE CHARITY DURING THE LAST REPORTING PERIOD THAT WERE DEDICATED TO THE CHARITABLEPURPOSE MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY BY CALLING 976-504-6215 AND IS AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET AT http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/ocp/charities.htm. REGISTRATIONWITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT. NEW YORK: A copy of the most recent financial report is available from the Office of the Attorney General, Department of Law, Charities Bureau, Attn: FOILOfficer, 120 Broadway, New York, New York 10271. PENNSYLVANIA: The official registration and financial information of The Kansas State University Foundation may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State bycalling toll-free within Pennsylvania 1-800-732-0999. WASHINGTON: Financial information is available from the Secretary of State, Charities Division, Olympia, WA 98504, or call, in state, 1-800-332-GIVE. WEST VIRGINIA: WestVirginia residents may obtain a summary of the registration and financial documents from the Secretary of State, State Capitol, Charleston, West Virginia 25305. REGISTRATION WITH A STATE AGENCY DOES NOT CONSTITUTEOR IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION BY THAT STATE.
For more information, call 800-432-1578 or visit our web site at www.found.ksu.edu
SPECIAL LEADERSHIP
2013-14 President’s Advisory Committee on Intercollegiate Athletics
Athletics RepresentativesJohn Currie - Director of AthleticsJill Shields - Sr. Associate AD/Senior Women’s Administrator
Faculty RepresentativesKenneth Hughey - Special Education & CounselingDaniel Ireton - Hale LibraryMelody LeHew - Apparel, Textiles & Interior DesignJennifer Vellenga - Music, Theatre & Dance
Alumni MembersBarbara Bachman [Centralia, Kan.]Mary Ice [Westlake, Texas]Barry Robinson [Manhattan, Kan.]
Student-Athlete MembersDavid Klaudt [Dallas, Texas]Haley Texada [Frisco, Texas]
Student MembersLuke Schnefke [Shawnee, Kan.]Brett Seidl [Valley Center, Kan.]
Alumni Board RepresentativeRoger McClellan [Wichita, Kan.]Dan Yunk [Manhattan, Kan.]
Foundation RepresentativeGib Compton [Wichita, Kan.]
K-State Athletics, Inc.Board of Directors
John CurrieChairman and Chief Executive Officer [CEO]Director of Athletics
Cindy BontragerSecretary-TreasurerVice President of Administration & Finance
Pat Bosco, Ph.D.Vice President of Student Life/Dean of Students
Jackie Hartman, Ph.D.Director of Community RelationsChief of Staff for President Kirk H. Schulz
April Mason, Ph.D. Provost and Senior Vice President
Be Stoney, Ph.D.Faculty Athletic Representative
K-State Athletics, Inc. Ahearn Fund Advisory Group
John Blackwell [Larned, Kan.]Tim Blake [Shawnee, Kan.]Jerry Boettcher [Manhattan, Kan.]Jerry Braden [Manhattan, Kan.]Zac Burton [Manhattan, Kan.]Whitney Coen [Prairie Village, Kan.]Matt Crocker [Manhattan, Kan.]Tara Cupps [Wichita, Kan.]Terry Cupps [Wichita, Kan.]Cody Foster [Topeka, Kan.]Mary Ice [Colleyville, Texas]Bill Keller [Pratt, Kan.]Roger McClellan [Wichita, Kan.]Alan Parker [Manhattan, Kan.]Charlotte Schartz [Manhattan, Kan.]Barry Schartz [Manhattan, Kan.]Paul Stephenson [Wichita, Kan.]Brandon Vering [Greenleaf, Kan.]Chase Wilson [Leawood, Kan.]
The Ahearn Fund Advisory Group consists of loyal Ahearn Fundmembers and represents a variety of giving levels. This group meets3 to 4 times per year to discuss current policies and issues relatedto the Ahearn Fund and K-State Athletics to help ensure fairness.