Cincinnati Launches Athletics Impact Fund

CINCINNATI – This April, Cincinnati Athletics and the University of Cincinnati Foundation launched the Athletics Impact Fund to recruit and retain top student-athletes and keep the Bearcats competing at the highest level.

With the recent approval of the House Settlement, universities nationwide will begin directly compensating student-athletes on July 1, 2025. Cincinnati has opted into the settlement and will ensure that its programs have the resources to compete in the Big 12 and national stage. Why the Athletics Impact Fund Matters The Athletics Impact Fund will provide critical funding to help Cincinnati:

• Recruit and retain top-tier student-athletes
• Provide elite resources to support Bearcats on and off the field
• Compete for championships in the Big 12 and beyond

Benefits for Donors Supporting the Athletics Impact Fund not only strengthens the Bearcats, but also comes with exclusive donor benefits:

• All donations are tax-deductible
• Earn five priority points for every $100 donated
• Improve your UCATS ranking to enhance seating and ticket opportunities

How You Can Help Bearcats supporters can make a direct impact by contributing to the Athletics Impact Fund today. With continued investment and the opening of the $134 million Indoor Practice Facility and Performance Center this June, Cincinnati is poised to compete at the highest level.

Donate to the Impact Fund here!