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Originally Posted by AXiDTrish
AXOMom....I never understand when people donate to athletic depts or things like that. I mean, really?
I ALWAYS donate to the scholarship fund. I'd rather send a student to school! As a donor, you should always be able to decide where you money goes. I send a $20 check to State U every January. It's not much, but it's what I can do. A few years ago it was only $10. Alpha Xi Delta on the other hand gets more of my money. I donate to our Foundation, but I support the local level too. It's not tax deductible when I donate to the chapter I advise or my own chapter, but I take comfort in knowing I support nationally as well as locally. And most important....I love my girls!
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At some schools you have to "donate" to the athletic department in order to qualify for season tickets for football. This is how it works at LSU. A minimum donation is needed for each level of tickets. As for bigger donors, they are often former athletes who believe in the mission of the athletic program of their alma mater. It's an expensive endeavor and donors are always needed for stadium upgrades, etc.
ETA: it's the Athletic Foundation not the department directly.
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