Your Donation Makes A Difference

See how your support transforms the lives of student athletes

Scholarships

Help deserving student-athletes pursue their education while competing in the sport they love.

Equipment

Provide essential training equipment to growing NCWA programs across the country.

Tournaments

Support national championship events that create unforgettable experiences for wrestlers.

Program Growth

Help expand collegiate wrestling opportunities to more campuses nationwide.

Support & Funding Initiatives

Sustaining growth through community support

From its inception, the NCWA has been a grassroots, volunteer-driven organization. Member teams do not receive traditional athletic department funding; instead, NCWA programs are primarily funded by students themselves and supportive local communities.

This self-funded model removes budget barriers allowing universities to form a wrestling program without needing to divert athletic department resources. However, it also means that external support and donations are vital to sustain and grow NCWA's initiatives. Coaching stipends, travel costs, and equipment are borne almost exclusively be the students.

The NCWA Lifetime Endowment Fund campaign aims to raise enough capital (an initial goal of $2.5 million) so that its annual investment returns (roughly 4%) can fund a full-time professional staff to carry on the NCWA's work as the founding volunteers eventually step aside.

Building this endowment is critical to the NCWA's long-term stability, and each contribution to it is an investment in the future of collegiate wrestling. Donations big and small make a vital difference.

Lifetime Endowment Fund Progress

$17,850 raised Goal: $2.5M

Choose your own Custom Gift

Every donation, regardless of size, helps support collegiate wrestling

Select your giving amount and you can choose whether its monthly or one-time. If you donate $15/mo, you'll automatically be signed up for 'Alumni Club', and the same goes for the other monthly giving programs.

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NCWA Monthly Giving Programs

Build the Legacy. Empower the Future of NCWA.

Become a sustaining supporter through monthly giving. Stay in the match long after your final whistle. Each tier strengthens the foundation of collegiate wrestling and keeps our community growing strong.

Alumni Club

$15/month

  • Listing in Alumni Database
  • Voting Privileges for Hall of Fame Nominees
  • NCWA Newsletter
  • Digital NCWA Media Guide
Select

NCWA Legacy Makers

$50/month

All Prior Benefits, PLUS:

  • NCWA Alumni Polo Shirt
  • 2 All Session Tickets at NCWA Nationals*
  • Admission for 2 to NCWA Champions Brunch
Select

Champions Circle

$100/month

Prior Benefits, PLUS:

  • 2 Additional All Session Tickets to Nationals
  • Floor Box Seats for 4 at Championship Finals
Select

NCWA Advisory Board

$250/month

All Prior Benefits, PLUS:

  • Active Member of the NCWA Advisory Board
  • Seat at the Annual Vision Forum Convention
  • VIP Pass for two at the NCWA Nationals
Select

Cancel monthly giving at anytime.

100% tax-deductible charitable contribution.

All supporters receive regular updates on the impact of your donation.

* National Duals Tickets and NCWA Nationals Tickets available upon request to alumni@ncwa.net

Additional Ways to Support

Explore creative and impactful alternatives to traditional giving

Stocks & Securities

Donating appreciated stocks or securities can provide significant tax advantages while supporting NCWA programs.

Planned Giving

Create a legacy by including NCWA in your will, establishing a charitable trust, or designating us as a beneficiary.

Real Estate & Property

Convert property assets into a meaningful contribution that supports collegiate wrestling for years to come.

Corporate Matching

Many employers match charitable contributions. Ask your company if they'll double the impact of your gift.

Get Started

Interested in a Custom Giving Option?

Our team is ready to discuss personalized giving solutions that meet your financial goals while supporting collegiate wrestling.

Potential tax advantages
Tailored financial planning
Create a lasting legacy

Contact Our Development Team

Direct Contact

Prefer to speak with someone directly? NCWA founder and exective director Jim Giunta is ready to assist you:

jim@ncwa.net

(469) 879-1400

All inquiries are confidential and come with no obligation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about donations

Is my donation tax-deductible?

Yes, the NCWA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. You will receive an official receipt for tax purposes after your donation is processed.

How is my donation used?

Your donation directly supports collegiate wrestlers through scholarships, equipment purchases, tournament funding, and program development.

Can I specify how my donation is used?

Absolutely! You can designate your gift to a specific fund (Scholarship, Equipment, Tournament, or General). If you have a more specific designation in mind, please contact NCWA founder and previous exective director Jim Giunta (214 240 1004).

How do I make a recurring donation?

When completing the donation form, select the "Monthly Support" option. Your card will be charged the same amount each month until you choose to cancel. You can manage your recurring donations through your donor account.

Can I donate in memory or honor of someone?

Yes, our donation form includes options to leave a comment and dedicate your gift in honor or memory of someone special. We can also send notification of your tribute gift to a designated individual.

How can I include NCWA in my estate planning?

For information about planned giving options, including bequests, trusts, and retirement plan designations, please contact NCWA founder Jim Giunta and former exective director at jim@ncwa.net or call (469) 879-1400.