Our Mission is to Engage Alumni, Faculty & Friends in a Life-Long Relationship of Support for NU Women’s Basketball
Michelle Waller ‘91
Pam Wilson ‘12
Maureen “MO” Elliott ‘06
Brooke Ditto ‘20
Narrowing the Gap
Will require broad-based financial support from Alumni, Faculty & Friends.
Donor Friendly
- Opportunities to participate at different levels.
- Flexible payment options.
Tax Deductible
- 100% of gift is tax deductible
- There is no better way to give.
![A basketball player in a white uniform with "Northwood" holds the ball overhead, guarded by a player in a red uniform. The game is taking place in a gymnasium with spectators in the background.](http://s45498.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Strickland6-edited-scaled.jpg)
Use of Proceeds
With the collaboration and support of the University, the Fast Break Club has determined the most effective use of funds.
40%
For additional student-athlete scholarships
30%
For staffing needs
20%
For recruiting and operating costs
10%
Reserve fund for deferred projects
![A women's basketball team stands in a circle with their arms raised, displaying a team huddle before a game. The background shows spectators seated in the bleachers.](http://s45498.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/20221201Go_Mad_Basketball_022-scaled.jpg)
Benefits to Northwood
- A more engaged alumni and donor base.
- Increased investment and cost-certainty with respect to the Women’s Basketball operating budget moving forward.
- Incremental dollars for deferred-maintenance projects, providing much needed operating budget relief for the University.
- Higher quality student-athletes and a more competitive Women’s Basketball program.
- An economic support model for other varsity teams to emulate.
![A basketball team wearing "Northwood" jerseys huddles together with their coaches on a gym floor, raising hands in a show of unity and determination.](http://s45498.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Huddle_W_Basketball-edited.jpg)