Athletics Impact Opportunities

There are a variety of ways to support Mac Athletics, now and into the future:

• Support right now! Make an immediate impact. 
  • Volunteer to Support Macalester Athletics: There are a variety of roles one can volunteer for to help support Macalester Athletics and enhance the student-athlete experience. Volunteer roles can be long term, short term, or singular depending on your interest level and availability. We will work with you to find a meaningful opportunity based on your preferences. More information can be found here. 
  • Give to the Macalester Fund’s Athletics Designation: Gifts of all sizes are used immediately to support the Athletics Department and build toward excellence with expanded efforts to support the whole student-athlete through nutrition and counseling services, student-athlete leadership development, expanded recruitment, and more.
  • Give to the Macalester Fund’s Varsity or Club Team Designation(s): Gifts of all sizes go directly to the designated athletic team and support the purchasing of team equipment, uniforms, team travel, meals, recruiting, technology, and professional development for the coaching staff.
  • Engage with Macalester Athletics/M Club Alumni: Update Mac Connect to join the Athletics Affinity Group and/or join the Mac Athletics Alumni Network on Linkedin to connect with fellow alumni, staff, and student-athletes.
  • Show Up to Support Macalester Athletics: Come out to cheer on the Scots, enjoy time with fellow Macalester community members, and watch some incredible athletic competitions (competition calendar). Additionally, be on the lookout for information about:
    • Fall: Mac Fest/M Club Hall of Fame Banquet
    • Mid–February: M Club Winter Sports Day
    • Early May: M Club Spring Sports Days
    • June: Reunion and Mac Athletics “Mac Hac” Topgolf Outing
• Support for the future!
  • Current Priority
    Locker Room Renovation Project: The $1,000,000 locker room renovation project represents a significant investment in the future of Macalester Athletics. By providing modern and functional facilities, we will enhance the student-athlete experience, support their competitive success, and reinforce Macalester’s commitment to excellence. New locker rooms for every varsity athletic team will positively impact student-athlete morale, hygiene, and the overall image of Macalester Athletics. They also will enhance our ability to attract and retain top-tier talent. We invite you to join us in making this vision a reality by making a contribution.
  • Future Priorities
    Endowment Giving: Endowments create an income stream for a specific project or team in perpetuity. This is a great way for your support to make a lasting impact.
    
    Team Endowments for Excellence: Allows coaches to plan intentionally and strategically to support the holistic development and overall experience of their student-athletes.
    
    Minimum endowment: $100,000
    Endowment goal: $500,000
    
    Scots LEAD (Athletics Student Leadership Fund): Propels Macalester student-athletes towards holistic development and success and provides them with a competitive edge in life, at Macalester, and beyond. The Scots LEAD program focuses on Leadership development and Life skills, civic Engagement and  career Exploration, Academic success and Alumni connections, and Diversity, equity, and inclusion.
    
    Immediate goal: $100,000
    Endowment goal: $1,500,000

If you are passionate about endowment giving, please contact Tony Jennison, associate director of Philanthropic Giving, at ​​[email protected] or 651-696-6269.