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Why Mark Cuban’s Gift Matters More Than You Think

Why Mark Cuban’s Gift Matters More Than You Think

One donation won’t build a championship. But one donation can start a movement.

One donation won’t build a championship. But one donation can start a movement.

I’ll Match Mark · Fan Update

When news broke that Mark Cuban had made a major gift to support Indiana Football, many fans had the same reaction:

When news broke that Mark Cuban had made a major gift to support Indiana Football, many fans had the same reaction:

“Wow.”

A successful entrepreneur. An Indiana University alumnus. One of the most recognizable business leaders in the country choosing to invest in Hoosier Football.

A successful entrepreneur. An Indiana University alumnus. One of the most recognizable business leaders in the country choosing to invest in Hoosier Football.

It was exciting—but it also raised an important question.

It was exciting—but it also raised an important question.

What if this wasn’t just about one gift?

What if it became the spark that inspired thousands of Hoosier fans to do the same?

A Championship Isn’t Built by One Person

A Championship Isn’t Built by One Person

Every successful college football program has passionate supporters.

Every successful college football program has passionate supporters.

The coaches recruit.

The coaches recruit.

The players develop.

The players develop.

The administration provides leadership.

The administration provides leadership.

But behind every championship-caliber program is a fan base that believes enough to invest.

Some supporters write seven-figure checks.

Some supporters write seven-figure checks.

Others buy season tickets.

Others buy season tickets.

Many contribute $25, $50, or $100 when they can.

Many contribute $25, $50, or $100 when they can.

Every contribution helps strengthen the program.

Indiana Football doesn’t need every fan to be Mark Cuban.

Indiana Football doesn’t need every fan to be Mark Cuban.

It simply needs thousands of fans willing to play a small part.

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