Redcoat Band Support Options
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There are 7 Ways to Support the Redcoat Band
What is your passion? Does your company offer a matching funds program?
RBAA Annual Supporting Membership
Redcoat alumni can participate in Redcoat Homecoming events and your donation of $40 qualifies you as a Supporting Member of the Redcoat Band Alumni Association with voting rights at the annual meeting.
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Donations Through RBAA Support the Redcoats
What is your passion? 100% of all donations through the RBAA go to the priorities set by the donor or the Directors of the Redcoat Band. Your donation to the campaigns listed below will be directed by your choice.
Other Redcoat priorities are satisfied by funds managed by the UGA Foundations (see next column) >>>
Funds Benefitting the Redcoats
Many funds have been started by generous donations that provide the basis to fund annual expenditures for the Redcoat band. All of the following funds, that benefit the Redcoats, are managed by the UGA Foundation. Donations during the year and at Homecoming designated for these purposes are added to these funds for growth.
Corporate Matching
Many companies and corporations support you and qualifying not-for-profit organizations with their Donation Matching Programs. Your donations can be doubled by some employers. 1. See if your match donation is eligible, 2. Review your employer’s Matching Gift Instructions (details usually from Human Resources), 3. Make your donation and submit documentation of your gift. The matching donation will be sent directly, as documented by your submission.
Planned Giving / Endowment Creation
The advancement of the Redcoat Band can receive a boost by alumni and friends you considering a lasting gift with the University that directly benefits the Redcoat Band.
Give Your Time and Talent
Demand for UGA Spirit Music outside of sporting events is greatly in demand for corporate events, weddings, and birthdays. Redcoat alumni, you can donate your time and talent in groups of 10 to 25 musicians, all during the year, as a generous donation is made in return to benefit the current Redcoats. Add your name to the alumni notification list.
Support of Community Loyalty and Royalty Programs
By signing up for community loyalty programs and designating the Redcoats as your cause, donations checks that add up over time are sent by many corporations.
Buying merchandise from approved vendors that offer products with the legacy logo generates royalty payments directly to benefit the Redcoats.