LEWIS MEN'S VOLLEYBALL LEGACY ENDOWMENT FUND
Mission
The men’s volleyball program has a rich history at Lewis University with great support from the administration and the local community. To build upon this foundation, Lewis head men’s volleyball coach Dan Friend and program leaders have partnered with its strong alumni base and the community to develop the University’s first-ever Men’s Volleyball Endowment.
Goal
The goal is to raise $500,000 within five years. The endowment fund has currently received $155,000 in gifts from 210 donors. All donations are 100% tax deductible.
What is the money being raised for?
Funds will help expand the program by providing high quality equipment, supplemental travel expenses, and recruitment resources for the long-term benefit of the program and student-athletes.
Where can I donate?
To donate to the Lewis Men's Volleyball Legacy Endowment Fund please click here.
Questions?
For any questions regarding the Lewis Men's Volleyball Legacy Endowment Fund please contact head coach Dan Friend.
Email address: FriendDa@lewisu.edu
Phone: 815-836-5447
Testimonials
Joel and Deb Stava ‘78, Supporter
One of the best things a college student can learn is that the world is not all about them, it’s about others and service to others. Lewis Men’s Volleyball does this by teaching student-athletes to compete, collaborate, sacrifice and work hard to accomplish the greater good of team goals! And accomplish they do, much like we see in the Bible where David (with his staff, sling and a few stones) slayed Goliath (with his armor, javelin and size advantage), Lewis men’s volleyball has beaten so many “Goliath sized” opponents that we might forget that even David might need more resources to keep fighting the good fight. We, friends and alums of Lewis and Lewis Men’s Volleyball, can now take action with helping enable Lewis men’s volleyball to continue the excellent work of helping young men reach their full potential and work to find their best selves while uniting as a team to compete for conference and national championships. Thanks for your consideration and action to help the Lewis Endowment grow and lead Lewis University, and men’s volleyball to even greater heights.
BJ Boldog ‘13
I would not be the person I am today without my experience in the Lewis University Men's Volleyball Program. As a result of my time there I am a better leader, I have a stronger work ethic, and have a better understanding of how a motivated team can create and drive a culture. This Legacy Fund will help ensure that future members of the Lewis Men's Volleyball Program will, like I did, have an opportunity to become the best versions of themselves on and off the court.
Ryan Coenen (2016-present)
Lewis Men's Volleyball has provided me with opportunity, lifelong relationships and lessons that made me a better man. This program has provided me with a family away from home that has taught me the true meaning of accountability and professionalism. I will always hold this team, university, and community close to my heart. With this endowment fund and the generous donations of all of you, there will be endless possibilities for this program and the players to come after me. Thank you and GO FLYERS!
