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The Society of Loyola Old Boys is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit managed by fifteen fiduciary board members. Your donation is tax-deductible and goes directly to scholarships, coaching, and program support.

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Major Gift Campaigns

Your donation can be directed toward any of our four giving pillars.

1

Scholarship Endowment

Endowment to fund scholarship stipends in perpetuity — ensuring every deserving Loyola rugby player has access to support.

2

Coaching Endowment

Endowment to fund annual coaching salaries. Coaching costs can exceed $50,000 annually and are critical to the program's competitiveness.

3

Sponsorships

Business logos on kits, the pitch, and social media. A visible way for companies and individuals to support Loyola Rugby.

4

Bleachers: Capital Campaign

Permanent bleachers at Lugano Field to improve the game-day experience for players, families, and fans.

Coaching Endowment

Coaching is the newest — and most critical — addition to SLOB's mission. Quality coaching can cost $50,000 or more annually, and establishing a permanent endowment would fund those salaries in perpetuity, ensuring continuity of leadership for generations of Loyola Rugby players.

15s Head Coach

Vince Rapposelli

National Championship winner with Mount St. Mary's. Founded the Howard 7s program and took them to Nationals twice in three years. Also serves as head coach for the Young Glory Academy.

7s Coach

Will Knipscher

Coached Loyola's 7s team since 2019, leading them to D3 Nationals every year and securing the CRC Premier Cup in 2025. Founder of Beltway Elite 7s. USA Men's 7s National Team Camp invitee (2006, 2007).

15s Backs Coach & Recruiting

Brennan Ames

Four-year A-side starter and team captain at Loyola (2021–2025). SLOB Scholarship recipient, Outstanding Freshman, and Team MVP. Now leading recruiting efforts while continuing to play with Young Glory and Beltway Elite 7s.

Fund Coaching in Perpetuity

A coaching endowment within the $1.5M goal would generate the annual distributions needed to sustain world-class coaching — with principal conserved.

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Bleachers: Capital Campaign

Project 2026 includes a capital campaign to install permanent grandstands at Lugano Field — home of Loyola Rugby. Bleachers would transform the game-day experience for players, families, and fans, while also providing branded sponsor placements that generate ongoing revenue for the program.

Why Lugano Field Deserves Grandstands

  • Loyola Rugby is the oldest club sport on campus, founded in 1976
  • Lugano Field is one of the premier rugby complexes on the East Coast
  • Permanent seating elevates the program's recruiting profile
  • Sponsor signage on bleachers creates a recurring revenue stream
  • Improves the experience for families and the wider alumni community

Make a Capital Gift

Named giving opportunities are available for major contributors to the bleachers campaign. Contact the SLOB board to learn more.

Donate to the Bleachers Fund

Project 2026 Vision

The grandstand rendering for Lugano Field features permanent seating with a press box, branded Loyola Rugby signage, and designated sponsor placements along the touchline — turning every home match into a showcase for the program.

50th

Anniversary milestone driving the campaign

$1.5M

Total Project 2026 endowment goal

$489K

Raised to date since 2014

33%

Progress toward goal

Corporate Sponsorship

Put Your Brand on Loyola Rugby

Loyola Rugby is one of the most high-profile club sports on campus and competes nationally. Sponsorship puts your company's logo on jerseys, the pitch at Lugano Field, team collateral, and social media — reaching students, alumni, and rugby fans across the country.

$5,000

Club Sponsor

Jersey chest, field signage, social media, warm-up kits, on-field tent — top billing across all placements.

$2,500

Sleeve Sponsor

Jersey sleeve, field banners, on-field tent, social media, and team video branding.

$1,500

Support Sponsor

Field signage, team media, social posts, and a dedicated newsletter feature to the SLOB community.

$500

Fan / Trade Partner

Logo on club websites, rotational social media inclusion, and club apparel.

Sponsorship packages cover both the Men's and Women's programs. Custom arrangements available — just ask.

Inquire About Sponsorship

Other Ways to Give

Annual Gift

Recurring support that funds scholarships and day-to-day program operations.

Matching Gift

Many employers match charitable donations — double your impact at no extra cost.

Estate Gift

Leave a lasting legacy for Loyola Rugby through a planned gift or bequest.

Named Gift

Honor a player, coach, or milestone with a special or named contribution.

Stay Connected Too

Join the alumni network to hear about events, reunions, and ways to get involved beyond donating.

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