University of Nebraska Cornhuskers Organizational Spotlight
The University of Nebraska Cornhuskers represent the 22 intercollegiate athletics teams at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln. They are members of the Big Ten Conference’s West Division. Football has been the most successful sport for Nebraska, winning 46 conference titles, 10 division titles and 9 national championships.
Nebraska Athletics also gives back to its surrounding communities in various ways with different programs and initiatives.
About the Foundation - The Husker Athletic Fund
“To provide all student-athletes with the resources and support they need to be successful in academics, athletics and life. The health, safety, and welfare of our student-athletes is at the heart of every action we take and we thank you for your incredible support. As a direct result of the amazing support of our season ticket holders and investors, Nebraska is well-positioned to continue its mission of providing the absolute best student-athlete experience”.
Programs and Initiatives -
GO BIG Campaign -
The GO BIG Campaign is a $165 million, 315,000 square foot North Expansion project that will create the future of Nebraska athletics. Through this project, the University will build many things including a new Football Performance Center that will include:
- Athletic Medicine Area
- Strength Complex
- Equipment Room
- Locker Room
- Football Offices
- Meeting Spaces
- Room for Future Expansion
The project will also benefit all other student - athletes with:
- A new academic center
- A new training center
- A student athlete lobby
National Leadership Society -
Donors part of the National Leadership Society contribute the most to Nebraska Athletics to help its student athletes. Donors who commit to giving annually are rewarded with many benefits:
Bronze: $25,000 - $49,999
Bronze level donors who commit $25,000 to $49,999 annually receive:
- All Huskers Athletic Fund Benefits
- Bronze Lapel Pin
- Invitation to Investors Meeting
- Invitation to member exclusive events
- Donor recognition in Nebraska Football Program
Silver: $50,000 - $99,999
Silver level donors who commit $50,000 - $99,999 annually receive:
- All Bronze Level Benefits
- Silver Lapel Pin and Pendant
- Football pre - game field access for one home game
- Invitation to exclusive postseason events
Gold: $100,000 or more annually -
Donors at gold level who give $100,000 or more annually receive:
- All Bronze and Silver Level Benefits
- Gold Lapel Pin and Pendant
- Invitation to Coaches Circle Event
- Courtside Room Access for Men’s and Women’s Basketball games
Ruby: Lifetime Athletics Giving of $1 Million and Above:
Ruby - level donors commit the highest level of philanthropic giving to Nebraska Athletics at a lifetime giving of $1 Million and above receive:
- All Bronze, Silver, Gold Benefits
- Ruby Lapel Pin and Pendant
- Exclusive Ruby Level Experiences
