The University of Hartford Department of Athletics, like all universities, relies heavily on alumni, friends, family and sponsors to donate resources to support the various sports teams. In order to strengthen its position as a Division I program and a competitive member of the America East Conference, financial contributions are critical. Although we appreciate the many ways you support us, financial contributions enable us to do many things for our student-athletes. There is no better way to make a direct difference.
Donors to the Department of Athletics become members of The Hawk Club. Donors can specify which sports their contributions will support. There are various levels of The Hawk Club, depending on amounts donated, which correspond to certain benefits.
HAWK CLUB DONORS RECEIVE
Donors contributing at least $100 or more will receive the following:
· Inclusion in HowiENotes (weekly E-Mail newsletter)
· University of Hartford Observer Magazine
· Donor Recognition on Sport Specific Website and Game Programs
· General Sport Specific Mailings
· Invitations to Participate in Selected Events
Tax Deductibility may vary depending on the value of the benefits you receive. Your receipt will indicate how much of your contribution is tax deductible. You may decline any benefit. We recommend that donors consult with their tax advisors.
HOW YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE
When you donate to a particular sports program, your contribution is the most direct means of providing support for that Hawks program. The Athletics Restricted Account is available to you if you would like to support all varsity athletics programs at the University of Hartford. We also encourage you to support the University with a contribution to the Annual Fund.
To join to specific sports booster group: (Click on a sport below for a sport specific brochure)
· Men's Basketball
· Women's Basketball
· Men's Lacrosse
Donations can also be made online using the link below. Online donations can also be directed to specific sport programs.
Click Here to make an online donation
For more information contact Associate Director of Athletics Ellen Crandall at (860) 768-5032 or email ecrandall@hartford.edu.
GIFTS-IN-KIND
A gift-in-kind is a donation of material goods or services useful to the Department of Athletics. For more information concerning a gift-in-kind donation, please contact Associate Director of Athletics Ellen Crandall at (860) 768-5032 or email ecrandall@hartford.edu.