BLUE GRIT NIL COLLECTIVE

WHAT IS BLUE GRIT COLLECTIVE?

Blue Grit Collective is the official Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) collective for DePaul University Athletics. Blue Grit Collective will support student-athletes in all sports at DePaul University.

WHAT DOES BLUE GRIT COLLECTIVE DO?

Blue Grit Collective serves the NIL interests of all DePaul University student-athletes by connecting fans, alumni, businesses, and charities with Blue Demon student-athletes while harnessing the power of the DePaul University community. NIL allows Blue Demon student-athletes to engage with charitable causes, participate in business engagements, build their brands, and make a positive impact here in Chicago. DePaul supporters can connect with their favorite Blue Demons through our memberships, by making a tax-deductible donation, or by partnering with student-athletes to further their professional and personal development.

MEMBERSHIP

CAN I BECOME A MEMBER OF BLUE GRIT COLLECTIVE?

Yes. Blue Grit Collective provides membership options for all Blue Demon alumni and fans, to join at a level that works for them. Members get more! Each membership tier provides benefits including exclusive merchandise, meet-and-greet opportunities with student-athletes, invitations to special events, and more.

THERE’S A PROBLEM WITH MY MEMBERSHIP KIT OR MERCHANDISE. WHO DO I CONTACT?

If you have any questions about your membership kit or the merchandise that you’ve received, please contact our membership fulfillment team at support@membershipzen.com

HOW CAN I MAKE SURE MY CONTRIBUTION GOES DIRECTLY TO THE SPORT I WANT TO SUPPORT?

When you become a member of Blue Grit Collective, you will be prompted to designate which sport you would like to support with your contribution.

TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATIONS

CAN I MAKE A TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATION?

Yes. Blue Grit Collective has a partnership with the BPS Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit, that allows supporters to earn a tax-deduction for their gift.

HOW ARE TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATIONS USED?

Tax-deductible donations made to Blue Grit Collective allow student-athletes to create meaningful partnerships and support charitable causes in the local community. Donors can select a charitable organization of their choice, for student-athletes to partner with. Donors have the opportunity to designate their tax-deductible donation to student-athletes in a specific sport at DePaul University.

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATION AND BECOMING A MEMBER?

Becoming a member of Blue Grit Collective unlocks a number of benefits including exclusive merchandise, meet-and-greet opportunities with student-athletes, and more. These are considered “member-only” benefits. Tax-deductible donations are not eligible for these benefits.

IS BLUE GRIT COLLECTIVE AFFILIATED WITH DEPAUL UNIVERSITY?

Blue Grit Collective is an independent corporation that is not affiliated with DePaul University.

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DePaul Athletics’ NCAA Compliance Office reminds individuals that in accordance with Illinois law, student-athletes may not enter into NIL contracts that promote gambling, sports betting (including wagers in connection with video games, online games, and mobile devices), controlled substances, cannabis, tobacco, nicotine, performance-enhancing supplements, adult entertainment, alcohol or any brand, good or service that may reasonably be considered inconsistent with the mission, reputation, or policies of DePaul University. Student-athletes may not earn compensation in exchange for their athletic ability, for participating in an intercollegiate athletic competition, or for their agreement or willingness to attend DePaul University or any other postsecondary educational institution. Additionally, no one may arrange NIL compensation for prospective student-athletes (including transfer student-athletes) as an inducement for their attendance at DePaul, including everyone associated with DePaul or its Athletics Department, such as members of the faculty or staff, current or former student-athletes, boosters, or other representatives of DePaul athletic interests.NIL Collectives are independent of DePaul University, and per NCAA guidance, DePaul cannot direct the activities of the collective or distribution of funds. Per NCAA guidance, DePaul University employees cannot donate or subscribe to NIL collectives. As with any donation, DePaul University encourages donors to individually consult with their tax advisor regarding deductibility.