Make Your Impact
Your support of the Kurt M. Golder Men's Gymnastics Legacy Fund creates a lasting impact on the lives of student-athletes and the future of Michigan excellence.
Our Journey to $40 Million
Help us reach our goal of fully endowing the Men's Gymnastics program to ensure its success for generations to come.
Operating Expenses
Goal: $15-18M
Coaching Salaries
Goal: $10-12M
Scholarships
Goal: $10-12M
How Your Support Makes a Difference
The Kurt M. Golder Men's Gymnastics Legacy Fund supports three key areas that are essential to maintaining the program's tradition of excellence.
Program Operating Expenses
Maintaining a world-class gymnastics program requires significant operational resources. Your support helps fund the day-to-day operations that keep the program running at the highest level of excellence.
These funds cover essential expenses such as equipment maintenance, competition travel, training facilities, and administrative support that are vital to the program's continued success.
- Equipment maintenance and replacement
- Competition and training travel expenses
- Facility operations and maintenance
Coaching Excellence
Great coaches are the foundation of any successful program. The Kurt M. Golder Men's Gymnastics Legacy Fund helps attract and retain the best coaching talent in the country, ensuring that student-athletes receive world-class instruction and mentorship.
Your support helps fund coaching positions, professional development opportunities, and resources that enable coaches to continue the tradition of excellence established by Coach Golder.
- Competitive coaching salaries
- Professional development and continuing education
- Specialized training and certification opportunities
Student-Athlete Scholarships
Scholarships are the lifeblood of any successful collegiate athletics program. They enable the program to recruit and retain the most talented student-athletes from around the world, ensuring that the program continues to compete at the highest level.
Your support helps provide financial assistance to deserving student-athletes who demonstrate exceptional talent, academic promise, and character. These scholarships cover tuition, room, board, and books, allowing recipients to focus on their athletic and academic development.
- Full and partial scholarships for talented gymnasts
- Support for international student-athletes
- Academic support services for student-athletes
Join Our Alumni Network
Connect with fellow Men's Gymnastics alumni, share your stories, and help shape the future of the program.
Update Your Information
Help us stay connected by updating your contact information. This ensures you receive the latest news, event invitations, and opportunities to get involved.
Update your infoVolunteer Opportunities
Share your time and expertise with current student-athletes. Opportunities include mentoring, career networking, event planning, and fundraising initiatives.
Volunteer with usUpcoming Events
Join us for alumni weekends, virtual reunions, and special events throughout the year. Connect with old teammates and meet the current generation of gymnasts.
View events calendarBecome a Decade Captain
Help us strengthen our alumni network by becoming a Decade Captain. As a captain, you'll help connect with alumni from your era and serve as a key liaison for the program.
Learn MoreHow You Can Support the Fund
There are many ways to support the Kurt M. Golder Men's Gymnastics Legacy Fund. Choose the option that works best for you.
One-Time Gift
Make an immediate impact with a one-time contribution of any amount. Every gift, regardless of size, makes a difference in the lives of gymnasts.
Make a one-time giftMulti-Year Pledge
Spread your support over multiple years with a pledge commitment. This option allows you to make a larger impact while managing your giving over time.
Learn about pledgesPlanned Giving
Create a lasting legacy by including the Kurt M. Golder Men's Gymnastics Legacy Fund in your estate plans. This option allows you to make a significant impact while potentially providing tax benefits.
Explore planned giving