When a boxer faces adversity, he has two options: he can throw in the towel and give up, or he can summon the strength to answer the bell to start the next round.
It’s no secret that the past two weeks have been challenging. But, having been knocked down, we now face the same choices: we can yield to adversity, or we can answer the challenge and redouble our efforts to prepare for next season.
Quitting isn't in a Bulldog's DNA.
Over the past few days, the flow of positive news on the recruiting front has picked up significantly. And, as seen both through today’s major fundraising announcement from MSU Athletics and from the wave of new Bulldog Initiative supporters this week, it is clear people recognize that the work of preparing for the next generation of Bulldogs is already underway. The Bulldog faithful are, in other words, answering the bell.
Today, we announce our Answer the Bell Campaign.
Through this effort, which will run through October 31, The Bulldog Initiative seeks to do the following:
It won’t always be easy, and the journey may feel challenging at times. But, there is a bright future with Coach Jeff Lebby ahead if we commit to helping him.
We will provide weekly updates on our progress, and we will also enter our members and donors into drawings for MSU game-worn gear, cool memorabilia, Bulldog Initiative cowbells, and other player-autographed items each week throughout our campaign.
Beyond giving, though, we need your help in another way: Please spread the word and encourage your friends to join us in these efforts. There is no amount of marketing that can substitute for a personal discussion.
In closing, we are beyond appreciative of the valuable work done by the MSU Athletic Department administration in making today possible, and we are fortunate to share an unparalleled vision and alignment with them.
Today is a great day. Let's help make more of them.
Thanks,
Charlie
It’s no secret that the past two weeks have been challenging. But, having been knocked down, we now face the same choices: we can yield to adversity, or we can answer the challenge and redouble our efforts to prepare for next season.
Quitting isn't in a Bulldog's DNA.
Over the past few days, the flow of positive news on the recruiting front has picked up significantly. And, as seen both through today’s major fundraising announcement from MSU Athletics and from the wave of new Bulldog Initiative supporters this week, it is clear people recognize that the work of preparing for the next generation of Bulldogs is already underway. The Bulldog faithful are, in other words, answering the bell.
Today, we announce our Answer the Bell Campaign.
Through this effort, which will run through October 31, The Bulldog Initiative seeks to do the following:
- Encourage people to join The Bulldog Initiative as monthly, quarterly, or annual members;
- Encourage current members to increase their donations by one giving level or more; and
- Encourage everyone to support The State Excellence Fund - which is fully aligned with our work and mission.
It won’t always be easy, and the journey may feel challenging at times. But, there is a bright future with Coach Jeff Lebby ahead if we commit to helping him.
We will provide weekly updates on our progress, and we will also enter our members and donors into drawings for MSU game-worn gear, cool memorabilia, Bulldog Initiative cowbells, and other player-autographed items each week throughout our campaign.
Beyond giving, though, we need your help in another way: Please spread the word and encourage your friends to join us in these efforts. There is no amount of marketing that can substitute for a personal discussion.
In closing, we are beyond appreciative of the valuable work done by the MSU Athletic Department administration in making today possible, and we are fortunate to share an unparalleled vision and alignment with them.
Today is a great day. Let's help make more of them.
Thanks,
Charlie
