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What is the Howling Pack?
The Howling Pack is the annual fundraising program of the Athletic Department at The University of South Dakota. Initially established in 1991 to support special needs by the athletic department not covered in the budget, the Howling Pack had historically been a Sioux Falls based booster group for Coyote Athletics until its reorganization in 2008.
How are my contributions used?
Your contributions to USD Athletics are used to cover the costs of athletic scholarships provided to our student-athletes. Scholarship costs include tuition, books, room, board and fees. For the 2010-11 school year, the athletic department will pay over $2.2 million to the University for athletic scholarships.
Can a donor support a specific sport in the Howling Pack?
Gifts may be designated to specific sports while the donor receives the full benefits of the Howling Pack. Rather than making several contributions throughout the year to specific sports booster clubs, donors are asked to make one annual gift to the Howling Pack.
When do I need to make my contribution to the Howling Pack?
Contributions to the Howling Pack are accepted at all times of the year. Since our annual fund drive occurs each spring, benefits are extended for the upcoming athletic season. In order to establish your Coyote Points ranking and determine access to football related benefits, your gift must be received by June 30, 2010.
Is my gift tax deductible?
All contributions to the Howling Pack are considered gifts to USD and are credited at full value for the purpose of the donor's gift record at the USD Foundation. A contribution that entitles you the right to purchase tickets in the priority seating area is 80% deductible as a charitable contribution for income tax purposes. Consult your tax advisor for more information.
How can I make a contribution?
There are many ways to make contributions to the Howling Pack:
CASH/CHECK — Memberships to the Howling Pack can be made by writing a check (payable to Howling Pack). Donations can be made from your bank account using Electronic Funds Transfer. Please contact the USD Foundation for this option by calling (605) 624-5704.
CREDIT CARD — Your VISA or MasterCard can be charged monthly, quarterly or semi-annually or annually. Memberships to the Howling Pack can be made online at www.howlingpack.com using your credit card.
STOCKS AND SECURITIES – Memberships to the Howling Pack can be made using stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. Securities provide an outstanding opportunity for donors to support South Dakota Athletics and, in some cases, avoid capital gains taxes of appreciated stock and earn a charitable tax deduction. Please contact the USD Foundation for this option by calling (605) 624-5704.
MATCHING GIFTS — The USD Athletic Department qualifies for matching gifts from numerous businesses and organizations. If you or your spouses’ company sponsors a qualifying matching gift program, please enclose your company’s Matching Gift Form with your membership. Many companies encourage charitable giving by matching their employee’s contributions, doubling or tripling your annual giving. Your Howling Pack membership level is determined by your annual gift and expected matching gift.
PAYROLL DEDUCTION — All USD faculty and staff have the option to make their Howling Pack membership payments through the USD Payroll Deduction Program. Please contact the USD Foundation for this option by calling (605) 624-5704.\
How do I join the Howling Pack?
To make a gift online, click here (direct link to on-line giving webpage)
To print a pledge form, click here
USD Foundation
Howling Pack
PO Box 5555
Vermillion, SD 57069
Contact us
(605) 624.5704 or (800) 521.3575
howlingpack@usdalumni.org
How else can I get involved?
In addition to becoming a member of the Howling Pack, you can become more involved by volunteering to assist the athletics department with a number of special events and fundraising projects during the year. Volunteers are instrumental to our success as an athletics program by providing generous gifts of time, talent, and expertise. Volunteering opportunities are available for our annual fund drive, golf outings, auction & dinner. To volunteer or for more information you can contact Mark Maturi at (605) 624.5712 or mark.maturi@usdfoundation.org.
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