I hope this message finds you well and filled with the same enthusiasm that our student-athletes bring to every race and training session. We recognize that you may not have had the opportunity to support our program before, but we believe you can make a significant impact.

We are excited to invite you to join the Friends of VCU Track & Field and Cross Country by making a tax-deductible donation to support our program's endeavors. Here's the exciting opportunity we're rallying behind: we are working tirelessly to raise funds for an upcoming spring break trip that includes volunteer work with the Boys and Girls Club of Puerto Rico. It's a chance for our student-athletes to give back, learn, and grow while representing VCU.

In today's economic climate, costs continue to rise, affecting the budgets of small college Olympic-sports teams like ours. One of the significant expenses we face is team travel, which has seen a substantial increase. To ensure our athletes have access to the necessary resources and opportunities, we are coming together to secure additional funds. Your support as a "Friend" of our program can help us reach our goals, turning what promises to be a good season into a truly exceptional one.

Every member of our team takes immense pride in being a student-athlete at VCU, and they are immensely grateful for the support they receive. We humbly ask you to consider making a gift to VCU Athletics by following the prompts on the link provided below. Your generosity will undoubtedly have a real impact on our success.

While heart, intensity, and commitment will always be our guiding principles, your support will undoubtedly have a real impact on our success. Thank you for considering this opportunity to stand with us on this journey. We promise to make you proud.

With sincere gratitude,

Jon Riley

Head Coach

VCU Track & Field