Lenoir-Rhyne University
Bears Club

The Bears Club, is the official fundraising arm of Lenoir-Rhyne University Athletics. The primary purpose of the Bears Club is to raise financial support to enhance the Lenoir-Rhyne student-athlete experience and provide athletic scholarship support.

About.

Investing in Excellence

Founded in 1946, the Bears Club coordinates the annual athletic fundraising, capital projects, and endowment gifts for Lenoir-Rhyne Athletics. The Bears Club’s purpose is to support scholarships and program costs for Lenoir-Rhyne’s 23 men’s and women’s intercollegiate athletic teams. In 2023-24 the Bears Club raised over 1.3 Million dollars in support of this mission.

Impact

RECENT PROJECTS.

  • Scholarship Support: Raise funds through annual contributions to support athletic scholarships that make it possible for talented young men and women to attend Lenoir-Rhyne University and compete at a high level.

  • Enhance Facilities: Invest in state-of-the-art facilities and equipment that provide our student-athletes the best possible student-athlete experience.

  • Comprehensive Development: Provide student-athlete resources for academic support, nutrition, and mental health services in the pursuit of the universities mission to  development of the whole person.

  • Competitive Edge: Maintain and elevate the competitive edge of our athletic programs, helping Lenoir-Rhyne University teams to achieve excellence in their respective sports.

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Members

Benefits to Joining

One of the most rewarding aspects of being a Bears Club donor is the satisfaction of helping to provide a quality education and athletic experience for young men and women at Lenoir-Rhyne University. Your generosity contributes to the growth and success of our student-athletes, fostering a rich history and tradition of excellence in Lenoir-Rhyne University Athletics.
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