This project is now in update mode. Check back regularly to see how things are progressing.
Thank You!
WOW! The support for Project FLEX has been outstanding. Thank you to everyone who supported this incredible program. We can't wait to see the program, our graduate students and the youth they mentor grow as a result of your generosity.
Stretch Goal Achieved!
Wow! Thanks to the efforts of our ambassadors, and as a result of a very generous $2,000 gift from an anonymous donor, we've exceeded our stretch goal of $5,000!
We still have time - how far can we go?
Stretch Goal Announcement
GREAT NEWS! Project FLEX has surpassed its $3,000 initial fundraising goal! With over two weeks left in our campaign we've decided to announce a stretch goal of $5,000 - can you help us keep the momentum going?
Please join us in announcing our new goal within your networks, and let your family, friends, colleagues, co-workers and alumni know that it is not too late to support this important program.
Thank you for your continued support!
$400 Unlocking Gift - COE Senate Leadership Team
We've hit 10 donations and that unlocked a gift from the COE Senate Leadership Team for Project FLEX! Let's keep the momentum going!
$350 Unlocking Gift - COE Dean Laurie Elish-Piper
We've hit 5 donations and that unlocked a gift from COE Dean Laurie Elish-Piper for Project FLEX! Let's get 5 more donations to unlock our next gift!
$10
The Ace Serve
Your donation will provide a meal for one youth during CREW college visit to NIU.
$25
Home Run Trot
Your donation will purchase a starter kit for one youth (FLEX t-shirt, journal, protein bar).
$50
The Touchdown Dance
Your donation will purchase a new piece of fitness equipment for SWOLE PATROL personal training program OR athletic shoes for youth.
$150
The Slam Dunk
Your donation will sponsor a “pizza party” FLEX celebration (pizza/movie) + court rental for pickup basketball game at NIU stadium.
$1,000
The Championship Lap
Your donation will sponsor a Full CREW college visit for four youth OR provide money to buy equipment to initiate a new sport program (let us know your request for a sport)!