Your Alumni Hold the Key to Your Program’s Future
You’ve built something special.
Now it’s time to unlock its full potential. If you lead a collegiate rugby program and dream of long term success, stronger alumni connections, better funding, and a legacy that lasts — this grant was designed for you.
A National Commitment to Collegiate Rugby Growth
US Rugby Foundation and Madak have partnered to launch the Collegiate Alumni Jumpstart Grant, a first of its kind program designed to empower rugby leaders with the strategy and support needed to unlock the power of their alumni network.
This is a defining moment for college rugby in the United States.
What’s Holding Your Program Back
You work hard to lead your rugby program. But staying competitive with limited support is tough.
We get it. That’s why we’re offering this grant, to help leaders like you build lasting support through alumni activation.
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A Strategic Sprint with Lasting Impact
This 4 month grant experience gives you a complete alumni engagement blueprint.
Programs who follow this playbook see 100-300% fundraising growth and stronger alumni leadership. This isn't a theory. It’s a proven process.
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Onboarding
Collegiate men and women rugby programs with established 501(c)(3) nonprofit status asComplete a detailed onboarding questionnaire so we can assess your alumni structure, challenges, and opportunities. an alumni association
Strategy
Planning Session
Collegiate men and women rugby programs with established 501(c)(3) nonprofit status asComplete a detailed onboarding questionnaire so we can assess your alumni structure, challenges, and opportunities. an alumni association
Action Plan
Recommendations and Action Plan
Get a custom roadmap with practical steps for fundraising, communication, events, and alumni growth.
Check In
Follow Up Check In
Reconnect to review your progress, refine your strategy, and get coaching to keep the momentum going.
Do I Qualify?
This grant is built for rugby leaders who are ready to elevate their programs. If this sounds like you, you’re in the right place.
Non-profit Status
Collegiate men and women rugby programs with established 501(c)(3) nonprofit status as an alumni association
or are willing to apply and have funding available to move quickly
Engaged Programs
Rugby organizations looking to enhance their fundraising capabilities, increase alumni engagement, improve communication strategies, develop annual events, and fully activate their alumni network to provide sustainable support
Committed Board
Programs with committed board members and committee volunteers ready to implement Madak's proven methodology for alumni activation and program growth
Invested Donors
Forward-thinking rugby organizations prepared to make strategic investments or identify donors willing to contribute capital for the long-term advancement and sustainability of their rugby program
Leagues
All men's and women's collegiate programs within the United States are eligible to apply
Grant Application Process
Here’s exactly what happens after you apply.
Step 1
Apply online until August 31
Step 2
Complete the onboarding form
Step 3
Finalists are reviewed and selected by the Grant Committee
Step 4
Winners are announced in September 2025
Step 5
Selected programs begin their onboarding and strategy sessions with Madak
You’re Not Alone — Hear From Leaders Like You
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What You’ll Walk Away With
You won’t just get ideas. You’ll walk away with a real plan built for your team, your goals, your legacy.
Let’s Build Your Legacy Together
We believe in your vision. We’ve helped programs just like yours go from good to great. Now it’s your turn.