Orange Club: Frequently Asked Questions
What gifts and payments count toward my benefits?
We will consider the following charitable contributions and payments in your cumulative total: Orange Club Memberships, gifts designated to any of our varsity sports, gifts to Orange Plus, gifts to our general fund, endowment gifts, gifts for facilities, pledge payments, Preferred Seating payments, Executive Club Suite seating payments, Courtside Club seating payments, and Box Suite payments will all be counted into your cumulative total for the year. Deferred gifts such as bequests, gift annuities and charitable trusts will be reviewed on a case by case basis. Payments for the Syracuse Football Club and the Syracuse Alumni Rowing Association (SARA) are not included in these totals and will be renewed by separate mailings from those organizations.
What is the fiscal year of Syracuse University and the Orange Club?
The fiscal year for Syracuse University and the Orange Club begins on July 1st and ends on June 30th.
So when should I expect my summarized invoices?
The Orange Club office will send invoices out in February. Our goal is to have all gifts and payments renewed or paid by the middle of May.
What if I make a multi-year pledge to a facility project or scholarship fund in the Department of Athletics?
Multi-year pledges are certainly welcome and provide significant benefits to Syracuse Athletics over time.
Can I make gifts using other assets besides cash?
Yes. Syracuse is capable of accepting gifts of appreciated securities and non-marketable assets such as real estate and closely-held stock. We can also assist you in establishing gifts that provide you with a lifetime stream of income. If you would like to discuss these options in more detail, please contact David Wishart at 315-443-2766 or awishart@syr.edu.
Can I still contact the Orange Club office for tickets and parking passes?
All ticket and parking requests will go through the Box Office.
What if my company matches my gifts – will the match apply to my total giving each year?
If you have sent in a matching gift form with your contribution we will credit your giving record with the match. It should be noted that many companies only send their matching gifts on an annual, semi-annual or quarterly basis. Some companies will not send matching gifts for preferred seating or will only send a match for the tax deductible portion of the gift. It is not uncommon for a company to send unrestricted matching dollars to the University because they will not make matching gifts to athletics. Your human resources office should be able to tell you your company’s matching gift policies.
Will my gifts to Athletics still be tax deductible?
Gifts and payments to Syracuse University Athletics are deductible according to the maximum amount allowed by the Internal Revenue Service. We encourage you to review your charitable giving plans with your tax advisor.
If you have a question that is not addressed here, please call the Orange Club office at (315) 443-1419. Thank you again for your generosity!
