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The Fighting Irish have staked their claim as one of the top all–around collegiate sports programs in the nation. It is the challenge of continuing that accomplishment and, in particular, finding the means to fund those undertakings that faces the University in this century.

Irish Athletics is poised to become the nation's model athletics program­the leader in athletic achievement, academic performance, and fiscal responsibility. But Notre Dame is behind the curve in two crucial areas: endowed and expendable grants-in-aid to attract exceptional student–athletes, and proper facilities in which the intercollegiate athletic teams can practice and in turn, compete on the Division I national stage.

It is important to note that the Notre Dame Department of Athletics continues to be a significant source of revenue for the academy. Very few of its peers can make this impressive claim. It is a daunting task to increase this level of support, but with the help of loyal alumni, parents and friends all things are possible.

For the first time, athletics priorities have been included in the University campaign to the tune of $84 million. This is an important milestone for Irish student-athletes, coaches and the Notre Dame family. Through your generous benefaction, you are ensuring that the Notre Dame spirit will live on for generations. Support the Spirit of Notre Dame campaign with a gift to one of the priorities listed below.