Initiative is in place to help offset costs of COVID-19 pandemic
n an effort to overcome the unprecedented financial impact of COVID-19 while continuing to give University of Evansville student-athletes a first-class experience, UE Athletics has unveiled an initiative called “Future Unafraidâ€.
Utilizing the popular verbiage from the UE alma mater, the Future Unafraid has the goal of giving Purple Aces supporters the opportunity to continue their support of UE student-athletes as they navigate through the challenges of COVID-19. While the ability to compete is an important part of being a student-athlete at the University of Evansville, the upcoming fall months will provide them with the chance to grow and concentrate on other aspects of college life including: being leaders in the classroom and on campus, further development through team practice and strength training, continuing to evolve relationships with teammates and coaches while continuing to represent the university and community with pride.
UE athletics is committed to the health and safety of its student-athletes, coaches and staff and the “Future Unafraid†campaign will help the department to accomplish those goals while giving everyone a safe and productive environment to prepare for the return to competition. The financial ramifications of COVID-19 have already impacted the university and athletic department and that will continue in the coming months. Those impacts range from testing costs, personal protective equipment, pandemic safety protocols, loss of ticket revenue and more.
COVID-19 has impacted every UE sport in many ways, but the determination of the student-athletes, coaches and staffs has not diminished. They will continue to prepare each and every day in order to be ready for a return to competition and are reaching out to its supporters to join them through the journey. Full information on the program is coming soon.
The “Future Unafraid†name is in reference to the university alma mater – “Hymn to Evansville†whose lyrics are:
School of our fathers, known of old,
Our Alma Mater we revere.
We give thee loyalty untold;
We love thee more and more each year
And when sweet memories of thee return,
of lessons learned, of friendships made;
Thy spirit in our hearts doth burn,
We face the future unafraid.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What will the money be used for?
A: To cover the extra costs endured because of Covid-19. Specifically, Covid-19 testing, PPE, and other safety precautions to keep our student-athletes, coaches, and staff members safe.
Q: Is my gift tax deductible?
A: Yes, your gift is 100% tax deductible, but we always encourage all donors to consult with a tax professional.
Q: How is this gift any different than the Aspire Fund?
A: The Aspire Fund was created for the Athletic Director to have unrestricted funds to support the areas of greatest need within the athletic department. The Future Unafraid initiative is focused specifically on Covid-19 relief.
Q: How long is this initiative?
A: The Future Unafraid initiative will extend through the entire 20-21 school year.
Q: Can I give to a specific sport and the Future Unafraid initiative?
A: Absolutely! While we know that we are all facing tough times, we encourage you to give to this initiative in addition to your regular annual gift to a program or department.
Q: Is there an alternative way to make a gift to the Future Unafraid initiative aside from online?
A: Yes! In addition to making a gift on the website, you may also do so over the phone by calling 812-488-4065, or by mailing a check. Make checks out to The University of Evansville with Future Unafraid in the memo line.
