'Cuse Athletics Fund FAQs

Q: What is the ’Cuse Athletics Fund (CAF)?              
A: The ’Cuse Athletics Fund is the fundraising arm of Syracuse University Athletics. The organization is charged annually with generating private resources to support a comprehensive student-athlete experience at Syracuse University.

Q: Why are we renaming from Orange Club to ’Cuse Athletics Fund?
A: The ’Cuse Athletics Fund generates private resources to support 20 varsity programs and more than 600 student-athletes; therefore, it is important that our organizations name and mission be clear and recognizable. As we aim to raise funds to support a broad-based championship experience, now is the time to rebrand our approach to fundraising and create an overarching name for supporting Syracuse Athletics through both annual memberships and philanthropy.
 
Q: What does my ’Cuse Athletics Fund donation support?
A: Your donation directly supports the Syracuse University student-athlete experience. To learn more on designating your donation click here.
 
Q: Does this change my donor rank and priority points?
A: No, the Donor Rank system will remain the same. To access your Donor Rank please visit your MyCuse account.
 
Q: Does this impact my season tickets?
A: No, your season tickets will not be impacted.
 
Q: Is my donation to the ’Cuse Athletics Fund tax deductible?
A: Seat-related contributions for the right to purchase season tickets are not tax-deductible per the Tax Cuts & Job Act effective January 1, 2018. However, these contributions are included in your overall Donor Rank. All other donations to the ’Cuse Athletics Fund, including Legends Society donations or sport-specific giving are considered tax deductible. For more information on supporting Syracuse Athletics through the Legends Society click here: give.cuse.com/LegendsSociety.