FAQS: Football Booster Contribution Adjustment
Monday, June 19, 2017 | Football, Ticket Office
Visit gatorboosters.org/2018 for more information.
Contribution Adjustment Information Website | Contribution Adjustment Information Release
In anticipation of questions that will arise, below is a list of frequently asked questions about the Booster Contribution Adjustment.
When does the Gator Booster Contribution Adjustment take effect?
- The 2018 football season.
How does this affect my contribution?
- Required contribution is determine by two different methods.
- Donating the minimum per-seat contribution that is required by the section where your seats are located.
- Season tickets are obtained through a contribution at one of our various levels. This helps achieve priority in the seat assignment process. Remember, how you obtained your seats/parking, is how you retain your seats/parking.
- Example: If a Booster is contributing at the Bull Gator level, they will get to select or improve those seats based on Bull Gator priority status. In addition, that booster would have to maintain that contribution level in future years to keep those seats.
How did Gator Boosters determine which seats are increased?
- Legends, an outside firm, conducted market and fan feedback to assess the UAA's current pricing and contributions model. The UAA used the results of their research to formulate a plan for 2018 that will create a more balanced seating structure and provide options that are more flexible for season ticket holders.
When is the last time we had an increase?
- This is the first such change since 2013.
What are my options to secure my seat location for the 2018 season?
- Season Ticket Renewals Open in January 2018
- Retain/Upgrade
- Season tickets can be renewed in the current seat location.
- Donors will have the opportunity to upgrade their seats in The Gator Ticket Offices online select-a-seat event in April of 2018.
- Relocate
- Donors can continue as a season ticket holder, but release their current seat locations during the 2018 renewal process in order to relocate to a lower per seat donation area.
- Transfer
- Policy: Gator Boosters Transfer Policy
- Release
- Donors can choose not renew their season tickets, which would release their seat locations. Those seats would subsequently be made available to other fans.
- Retain/Upgrade
How does the seat selection process work?
- Gator Boosters have the ability to select their seats through a "Virtual Venue" of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
- Appointment times are set based on the donor's contribution level (Bull Gator, Grand Gator, Scholarship Club, etc.) and then their Loyalty Points within that level.
Are there any special programs available to assist me with this process?
- The Gator Ticket Office and Gator Boosters are committed to providing donors with as much assistance as possible to help explain the options available to each individual for the 2018 season. In addition, their goal is to make the seating decision that best meets each person's needs and desires.
- Communication Options:
- Contact a representative in either the Gator Ticket Office or Gator Boosters
- Email: boosters@gators.ufl.edu; ticketoffice@gators.ufl.edu
- Phone: 352-375-4683
- Website: FloridaGators.com
- Communication Options:
Can I transfer my tickets?
- Yes.
Are per-seat donations and the various contribution levels tax deductible?
- All gifts to Gator Boosters are tax deductible to the extent allowable by law.
- Most gifts are deductible for 80% of the total gift amount with the exception of some quid pro quo for specific benefits received.
- For exact deductibility, please contact a tax advisor.
What are the benefits of becoming a member of Gator Boosters?
- In recognition of their financial support, Gator Boosters are offered a wide variety of exclusive benefits including access to tickets, parking and hospitality at athletic events.
- More information about the benefits for the various contribution levels can be found on gatorboosters.org.
If I donate to other units on UF's campus, do those gifts count towards the Gator Boosters per-seat contribution requirements?
- Those gifts do not count towards the Gator Boosters per-seat contribution requirements.
- Donations directed to other areas of UF's campus provide critical resources to those areas, not Gator Boosters.
- Revenue generated specifically through the Gator Boosters annual fund is vital to the continued success of Florida Athletics.
Are there sections in Ben Hill Griffin Stadium that do not require a contribution to Gator Boosters?
- All season ticket options available to the public in Ben Hill Griffin Stadium require a minimum per-seat contribution.
Will there be any future adjustments or increases?
- Currently, there are no plans for any further adjustments or increases. However, the UAA and Gator Boosters will always evaluate the needs of our overall athletic program as part of our vision to provide our student-athletes and fans with "A Championship Experience with Integrity."
More Questions?
- Fans can call the Gator Ticket Office at (352) 375-4683 or visit the Ticket Office on the west side of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Fans can call the Gator Booster office at (800) 34-GATOR (42867) or at (352) 375-GoUF (4683)
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