What is The 13 Collective?
The 13 Collective is devoted to providing opportunities for student-athletes and positioning Colgate University Athletics to have great success in the next chapter of college athletics. Through The 13 Collective, the most passionate fans and businesses can engage with Colgate men and women basketball players like never before and ensure our winning ways continue for years to come. By donating and/or partnering with the collective to grow your business, you are contributing to the long-term success of Colgate Basketball.
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Common questions
Yes, individuals and businesses can make a one-time contribution by paper check or ACH.
To make a contribution by check, follow the steps below: 1. Make Checks Payable to: The 13 Collective, 7195 Rambling Brook Rd, Hamilton, NY 13346 listing your Name, The 13 Collective, and the team where the money is to go
The 13 Collective is not a 501c3 tax exempt entity. As such, contributions to The 13 Collective are not tax deductible as a charitable donation.
Student-athletes cannot enter into deals that promote alcohol, drugs, pharmaceuticals, political advertising, pornography, gambling or betting, or other opportunities that go against Colgate University values. Additionally, there must be quid-pro-quo between the athlete and an individual or business. The 13 Collective seeks to create a wide range of NIL opportunities for student-athletes that help them grow as young men and women, while also giving supporters an opportunity to interact with student-athletes in unique ways.
No, The 13 Collective is not affiliated with Colgate University in any way. It is a third party created to work with Colgate University student-athletes.
While the NCAA does not allow NIL agreements to be predicated on a student-athlete’s continued enrollment at a Colgate University, our agreements are limited in time and scope to provide protection for contributor funds in situations where a student-athlete transfers.
Yes – businesses and individuals can request specific NIL deals with athletes. Contact us to get started.
The 13 Collective offers Colgate University student-athletes near limitless opportunities to engage in NIL activations, including: autograph signings, social media promotions, camps and clinics, charity events, special appearances, commercials, and many more!
No, contracts are not exclusive. We want all student-athletes to thrive under NIL and take advantage of every opportunity that comes their way.
No, contracts vary based on the specific athlete and the requirements of the contributor and/or activation. Each deal is individually negotiated and agreed upon by the student-athletes. That being said, The 13 Collective seeks to provide equal opportunities for both male and female student-athletes.
Yes, anyone who is a member of the The 13 Collective can denote what team their contributions will be earmarked for. Supporters can also contact us directly to set up activations with their favorite student-athlete(s).
