General FAQs
How is my gift to the Racer Club used?
A gift to the Racer Club is used for student-athlete scholarships, general operating budget, and facility enhancements. Your gift is critical in funding our student-athlete experience and the competitive success of Murray State Athletics programs and student-athletes.
How is my annual gift to the Racer Club different from a sport specific fund?
Annual gifts to the Racer Club directly supports all of our student-athletes through scholarship support and annual operating needs. Due to the rising cost of scholarships and the upkeep of facilities, it's important to continue investing in the Racer Club. By making a restricted gift, donors directly support the sport of their choosing with needs outside of their individual operating budget.
Is my contribution to the Racer Club tax deductible?
Yes and no. As of Jan. 1, 2018, any contribution in which a benefit is required (in this case, parking and tickets) is no longer tax deductible. Before this law change, these gifts were 80% tax deductible. However, many donations to the Racer Club can be considered 100% tax deductible because no benefits are received. If you are interested in making a gift that is 100% deductible, please contact Taylor Mudd by calling (270) 809-3517.
Are there other giving opportunities within the Racer Club?
Yes! There are many significant ways to get involved and start supporting our Racers. Contact Taylor Mudd today to learn more about sport-specific gifts, capital projects, endowments, and planned giving. See donor support areas for more information.
When are Priority Points Updated?
Please contact Taylor Mudd for any additional information at (270) 809-3517 or by email at tmudd3@murraystate.edu.
A gift to the Racer Club is used for student-athlete scholarships, general operating budget, and facility enhancements. Your gift is critical in funding our student-athlete experience and the competitive success of Murray State Athletics programs and student-athletes.
How is my annual gift to the Racer Club different from a sport specific fund?
Annual gifts to the Racer Club directly supports all of our student-athletes through scholarship support and annual operating needs. Due to the rising cost of scholarships and the upkeep of facilities, it's important to continue investing in the Racer Club. By making a restricted gift, donors directly support the sport of their choosing with needs outside of their individual operating budget.
Is my contribution to the Racer Club tax deductible?
Yes and no. As of Jan. 1, 2018, any contribution in which a benefit is required (in this case, parking and tickets) is no longer tax deductible. Before this law change, these gifts were 80% tax deductible. However, many donations to the Racer Club can be considered 100% tax deductible because no benefits are received. If you are interested in making a gift that is 100% deductible, please contact Taylor Mudd by calling (270) 809-3517.
Are there other giving opportunities within the Racer Club?
Yes! There are many significant ways to get involved and start supporting our Racers. Contact Taylor Mudd today to learn more about sport-specific gifts, capital projects, endowments, and planned giving. See donor support areas for more information.
When are Priority Points Updated?
Priority Points are updated on the 1st of each month AND after the established point lock deadlines.
What is a “Priority Point Lock?”
Point Lock is an established deadline in which rank is utilized to establish the order for allocation of tickets and/or other experiences (special event invitation, post-season seating allocations, etc.)What is “Rank?”
Rank is the numerical order in which you, as a loyal Racer Club Member, fall within the inclusive list of investors from highest to lowest.
I still have questions!Please contact Taylor Mudd for any additional information at (270) 809-3517 or by email at tmudd3@murraystate.edu.
