Greetings Cajun Nation, As your Director of Athletics, I want to thank you for your support of Ragin Cajuns Athletics! As a member of the Ragin Cajuns Athletic Foundation (RCAF), you are investing in the lives of our 400 student-athletes across 16 sports who proudly wear the Vermilion and White. Your generous investment Message from the Director of Athletics provides essential support that allows our student-athletes to perform and compete at the highest levels. It is our goal and vision to become the preeminent program in the Sun Belt Conference while establishing national attention and success in all facets. Your investment in the RCAF has never been more important as we strive to position our sport programs to compete for and win championships, while succeeding in the classroom and community. Every dollar contributed will directly impact the academic, athletic, and social experience of all student-athletes. We have made great strides over the past years but we have so much more to accomplish! Our sights, moving forward, will be set on improving the areas of student-athlete development, facilities, recruiting, and growth of resources, while never compromising the health, safety, and well-being of our student-athletes. As we approach the upcoming year, we will work every day to prepare for the possibilities the possibility to win conference championships; the possibility to win national championships; the possibility to be a Top 25 program. For the Louisiana Ragin Cajuns, these achievements are attainable and your continued investment will be the catalyst! Please know it is an absolute honor and privilege to serve as your Director of Athletics. I thank you for everything you have done and will continue to do to grow and strengthen Ragin Cajuns Athletics. Our future is bright, and together we will pursue excellence in all we do while preparing Champions for Life. GEAUX CAJUNS! RCAF Chair Ed Domingues Jimmy Hollier Vice Chair Bryan Hanks Past Chair Charlie Moncla Cindy Cobb Sam Landers Chris Russo Todd Trahan Blaine Barrilleaux Brent Benoit Megan Cobb Jake Delhomme Richie Falgout Garett Gauthier Karren Hays Tiffany Harris Craig Melancon Ken Meyers RCAF Board of Directors Bryan Maggard, Ph.D., Director of Athletics Ryan Pécot Jerry Prejean Allison Reaux Larry Sikes Herbert E. Schilling II Hunter Trahan P 1 *Not pictured above, David Church P 2
2017-2018 Student-Athlete Annual Expenses In-State Out-of-State Academic Highlights Tuition...$9,876 $23,604 Room...$6,216 $6,216 Board...$4,118 $4,118 Books...$1,300 $1,300 Strength & Conditioning...$1,873 $1,873 Sports Medicine/Ins...$3,029 $3,029 Cost of Attendance...$4,165 $4,165 Academic Support/Tutoring...$1,767 $1,767 2017-2018 Student-Athlete Annual Expenses Total Cost Per StudENT - Athlete $32,344 $46,072 P 3 P 4
ANNUAL FUND DONORS FROM 2009-2017/18 Tax information The Ragin Cajuns Athletic Foundation is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization, as recognized by the Internal 3000 Revenue Service. Therefore, contributions to the RCAF are deductible for federal income tax purposes to the extent allowable by law. 2000 2237 2331 2355 2377 2018 Tax Law Changes ANNUAL FUND YEAR TO DATE 1000 3M 2M 1M 533 2009 422,811 615 2010 492,033 1761 1176 1968 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 ANNUAL FUND DOLLARS FROM 2009-2017/18 2,165,947 2,166,913 1,647,774 1,248,626 709,869 2016 2,168,572 *2017/18 2,436,776 Prior to 2018, the Internal Revenue Service Code section 170(I) allowed for 80% of a donation paid for seating at an athletic event in an athletic stadium of an institution of higher learning to be considered a charitable contribution. Under the new federal tax law that took effect January 1, 2018, the deductibility of these donations for priority seating (i.e. ticket-related giving) is no longer allowed. The new law addresses benefits, other than priority seating, that a donor may receive as a result of a gift. The donor may only deduct the amount of a gift that is more than the value of other benefits received. Car decals, newsletters, and other token items do not reduce the amount eligible for tax deduction purposes. Other goods or services a donor receives in consideration for contribution could qualify for certain deductions. Substantiation Requirements As required by the Internal Revenue Service, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Foundation will furnish donors with receipts for contributions. Donors should retain the receipts for federal tax purposes. Tax Law 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 *2017/18 For more information please contact the RCAF office at 337-851-2906 or rcaf@louisiana.edu. Please consult your tax advisor to determine what amount of your contribution is eligible for tax deduction purposes. P 5 *Contribution data calculated from July 1, 2017-June 30th, 2018 P 6
Varsity Club Coaches Staff All Conference All Cajun All American AD's Circle Louisiana Classics Vermilion BENEFITS CHART Assist with the Education and Well Being of Student-Athletes Tax Deduction* Priority Points Invitation to Social Functions RCAF Window Decal enewsletters Recognition in Football Game Program Opportunity to purchase Priority Seating for Home & Away Contests/Post Season** RCAF License Plate Eligible to Purchase Tailgate Location (Based on Availability) Pre-Season Social for Football, Basketball, Baseball, and Softball (Invitation for two) Personalized Ragin' Cajuns Athletics Luggage Tag Hospitality Access for Basketball Games Invitation to Hall of Fame Banquet (Invitation for two) $100-$249 $250-$499 $500-$999 $1K-$2,499 $2,5K-$4,999 $5K-$9,999 $10K-$19,999 $20K & Up Recognition on Video Board during Home Football/Basketball Games Personalized Parking at Football Games (Reserved) Invitation to AD's Suite for a Football Game (Invitation for two) Invitation to AD's Suite for a Baseball Game (Invitation for two) Coaches Sideline Apparel Football Team Charter (Invitation for two) Opportunity to Request/Purchase Football Parking (2018 Season, must be season ticket holder)*** 1@D-Lot 1@C-Lot 2@C-Lot 1@B+1@C-Lot 2@B-Lot 1@A+1@B-Lot 2@A-Lot Opportunity to Request/Purchase Basketball Parking (2018-19 Season, must be season ticket holder)*** 1@D-Lot 2@D-Lot 1@C+1@D Lot 2@ C-Lot 1@A+1@C-Lot 2@A-Lot 2@A-Lot Opportunity to Request/Purchase Baseball Parking (2019 season, must be season ticket holder)*** 1@B-Lot 1@B-Lot 1@B-Lot 1@B-Lot 1@A-Lot 1@A+1@B-Lot 1@FL+1@A-Lot Opportunity to Request/Purchase Softball Parking (2019 season, must be season ticket holder)*** 1@A-Lot 1@A-Lot 1@A-Lot 1@A-Lot P 7 *Your RCAF donations are tax deductible as provided by law. Please consult your tax advisor for more information. ** Tickets must be purchased through LOUISIANA Athletics Ticket Office or designated ticket outlet before published priority tickets deadline(s). *** Each parking pass will require an additional fee per pass. P 8 Benefits Chart
Football Parking Map Priority Football Parking (2018 Season) M TM/APC LOT A LOT B LOT C LOT D HANDICAP RV PARKING TAILGATE 1 TAILGATE 4 TAILGATE 3 TAILGATE 5 TAILGATE 2 TAILGATE 6 *Please refer to the 2018-19 benefits chart regarding parking. *Please refer to the 2018-19 benefits chart regarding parking. P 9 P 10 Priority Baseball Parking (2019 Season) LOT GENERAL PARKING W. CONGRESS ST. A LOT B FOUNDERS LOT TAILGATING HANDICAP C D HANDICAP GENERAL PARKING SUITE PARKING CAJUNDOME, BAND AND SUPPORT STAFF A CAJUNDOME, BAND AND SUPPORT STAFF REINHARDT DR. CAJUNDOM SOUV THROWING AREA Priority Basketball Parking (2018-19 Season) LOT A LOT C LOT D HANDICAP RCAF B LOT NO PARKING FOUNDERS LOT RCAF A LOT S2 S2 RV s TAILGATING HANDICAP HANDICAP BASKETBALL & Baseball Parking Map
PRIORITY POINTS MISSION: To provide an equitable and transparent priority ranking of how individuals are allocated tickets, seating, parking, tailgating and other benefits. ACCUMULATIVE POINTS Accumulative Points accrue over time based on your support in the following areas Non-ACCUMULATIVE POINTS Non-Accumulative Points are an added bonus for your level on an annual basis Determinations will be based on loyalty and financial support to the Ragin Cajuns Athletic Foundation, the University of Louisiana and its Department of Athletics. Donations Lifetime RCAF Annual Fund Donations... 1 Point Per $100 donated to the RCAF Annual Fund since 2009 Donations RCAF Annual Level Vermilion: $20,000+ 300 Points Louisiana Classics: $10,000-$19,999 150 Points MUST BE AN ACTIVE RCAF ANNUAL FUND MEMBER TO HAVE A POINT TOTAL (with a $100 minimum donation) Lifetime Personal Seat Donations... 1 Point Per $100 donated to RCAF PSD Program Athletic Director s Circle: $5,000-$9,999 65 Points All American: $2,500-$4,999 30 Points Priority Points Purpose is to have a system that s fair and transparent in ranking supporters to Athletics Goal is to reward loyalty and support over time, and not just individuals that have contributed in that year Point calculations are based on longevity as a donor and season ticket holder, as well as total financial contribution to both Athletics, the University and the overall amount of tickets purchased Points have no tangible value, they are simply a number to allow RCAF/ Athletics to rank individuals for the purpose of ticket location/quantity and benefits Points will be calculated 3 times throughout the year (season ticket assignment for Football, M&W Basketball, Baseball/Softball) and as needed for postseason Lifetime Facility Masterplan/Campaign Donations... 1 Point Per $100 donated to the Athletics Facility Masterplan Other Athletics Scholarship/Endowment... 1 Point Per $200 donated to an existing scholarship/endowment or to establish a new scholarship/endowment Sport Restricted... 1 Point Per $200 donated to a sport restricted account or fund (Ex. Quarterback Club, Rebounders Club, etc.) Athletics General... 1 Point Per $200 donated to any other athletic department account or fund Gift-In-Kind... 1 Point Per $200 donated in goods/services/products at current fair market value (w/ proper documentation) Other University Total University... 1 Point Per $500 donated to all other areas of the University (Alumni Association, Academics, etc.) All Cajun: $1,000-$2,499 12 Points All Conference: $500-$999 6 Points Coaches Staff: $250-$499 3 Points Varsity Club: $100-$249 1 Point One-time non-accumulative bonus in the current year of your RCAF Annual Fund contribution. Point total will be added when donation has been contributed in its entirety. Season Tickets Purchased (For each individual sport below): Football Men s Basketball Women s Basketball Baseball Softball 1-4 Tickets purchased = 5 Points 5-8 Tickets purchased = 10 Points 9-12 Tickets purchased = 20 Points 13+ Tickets purchased = 50 Points One-time bonus based on the quantity of season tickets purchased in a given year. Priority Points Breakdown Longevity will be calculated as far back as 2009-10 within University database(s) Rules/Policies/Exceptions have been defined using legal counsel, in conjunction with the RCAF Board of Directors View Point total at any time at: MyRCAF.org Policy is subject to change at the discretion of the RCAF Board of Directors Years Consecutive Years as RCAF Annual Fund Donor... 10 PointS For every year as a continuous donor to the RCAF Annual Fund Season Tickets... 5 Points For every year as a continuous season ticket holder in Football, Men s Basketball, Women s Basketball, Baseball, and Softball. Season ticket holders must purchase season tickets every year to maintain accumulative points. Minimum of one season ticket in each sport is required. P 11 P 12
RCAF Annual Report Annual Fund RCAF Annual Fund $2,474,776.00 Gifts-In-Kind $227,000.00 Annual Fund Total $2,701,776.00 Capital Campaign - Facility Gifts Capital Campaign Fund $6,200,000.00 Baseball Campaign Fund $1,624,328.00 Softball Campaign Fund $18,570.00 Golf Campaign Fund $42,016.00 Capital Campaign Total $7,884,914.00 Personal Seat Donation Football $405,071.00 Baseball $322,611.00 Softball $127,025.00 Men s Basketball $121,342.00 PSD Total $976,049.00 Sport Restricted Football Quarterback Club $119,990.00 Football Total $119,990.00 Baseball Diamond Club $108,819.00 Baseball General Fund $132,144.00 Baseball Total $240,963.00 Softball Salary Supplement/Meals $33,910.00 Softball General Fund $59,864.00 Softball Total $93,774.00 Men s Basketball Rebounders Club $80,496.00 Basketball Total $80,496.00 Men s Tennis Tournament $40,411.00 Tennis Fund $5,522.00 Tennis Total $45,933.00 Golf $53,432.00 Men s Track & Field $14,950.00 Women s Track & Field $14,950.00 Women s Basketball $22,805.00 Women s Tennis $10,377.00 Other Athletics Golf Tournaments $57,545.00 Recruiting Fund $23,170.00 Healthcare Alliance $87,500.00 Other Athletics Total $168,215.00 RCAF Funds Cash and New Pledges Total $12,467,178.00 RCAF ANNUAL FUND YEAR BEGINS JULY 1 SEPT 14 DEC 1 JUNE 1 RCAF Staff MEN S AND WOMEN S BASKETBALL PRIORITY POINTS DEADLINE Jim F. Harris Executive Director harrisrcaf@louisiana.edu BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL PRIORITY POINTS DEADLINE Danika Arenibas Asst. Director of Dev. danika@louisiana.edu FOOTBALL PRIORITY POINTS DEADLINE RCAF YEAR ENDS JUNE 30 Gerald Hebert Director of Development sports@louisiana.edu 2018-19 IMPORTANT DATES RCAF Staff Volleyball $33,862.00 Soccer $4,692.00 P 13 (Contribution data calculated from July 1, 2017-June 30th, 2018) Sport Restricted Total $736,224.00 Susan Breaux Donor Records breaux.rcaf@louisiana.edu Alex Cook Director of Major Gifts alex.cook@louisiana.edu Walker TR Rolen Dir. of Annual Giving rolen@louisiana.edu Melissa Minton Dir. of Events & Premium Seating mminton@louisiana.edu P 14
337-851-2906 337-851-2903 LITE CENTER 537 Cajundome Blvd, Ste 239 Lafayette, LA 70506 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 43603 Lafayette, LA 70504 RCAF@louisiana.edu MYRCAF.org WAYS TO GIVE Cash/Credit/Check Monthly Contributions Payroll Deduction Matching Gifts Endowments Planned/Estate Giving Marketable Securities Trade/Gift-In-Kind FOR MORE INFORMATION ON WAYS TO GIVE, OR TO DONATE TO THE RCAF TODAY, VISIT: MYRCAF.ORG