Red & White Fund
The Red & White Fund is the annual philanthropic fund supporting Youngstown State Athletics and the student-athlete experience.
Gifts help provide resources such as:
- Scholarships
- Academic support
- Nutrition and wellness
- Sports performance
- Team resources and travel
- Facilities and equipment
- Student-athlete development
Donors may support Athletics broadly or designate their gift to the sport or program of their choice.
Giving Levels
Bridge Builders $100-$499
Entry-level annual giving • Penguin Club membership • 10% gift discount at YSU bookstore
Penguin Pride $500–$999
Behind-the-scenes experience • Donation impact newsletter • Penguin Pride car magnet • Head coach thank-you card • Penguin Club membership
Varsity Elite $1,000–$2,499
Two tickets to Annual Scholar Athlete Banquet • Video message from head coach • Penguin Pride car magnet • Penguin Club membership
Leadership Circle $2,500–$4,999
Listing on Red & White Fund pages on YSU Athletics website and recognition in football and basketball game day publications • Annual reception with Athletic Director and coaching staff • Behind-the-scenes game-day experience • Penguin Club membership
Hall of Fame $5,000–$9,999
Dinner for two and an invitation to Coaches Radio Show Experience • Travel to one away game • Personal meet and greet with players and coaching staff • Penguin Club membership
Legacy Society $10,000–$24,999
Football Gameday Special - brunch at the President’s house and game tickets for two • On-floor basketball game recognition • Dinner for two with Athletic Director before YSU contest • Penguin Club membership
President’s Club $25,000–$49,999
Personally embroidered Penguins gear • Private group retreat invite for tour, golf day and dinner with staff • On-field recognition at football game • Penguin Club membership
Founder’s Circle $50,000+
Personalized YSU football helmet • Small group dinner with YSU President • Individual plaque recognition • Penguin Club membership
For larger gifts, contact Chas Allen in the YSU Athletics Development Office at ckallen@ysu.edu or (330) 941-3441.
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