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Laird Veatch
Posted on: September 2, 2025 at 11:43:00 CT
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VIEW STADIUM PREMIUM FLY THROUGH
Dear Mizzou Family,
Momentum can be demonstrated in many ways. Over the past year, we’ve talked a lot about our competitive successes, record-breaking performances and unforgettable game days, which continue to build. But momentum also shows up in a growing belief in our future, and the way that belief can quickly spread.
Today, we are proud to share that gifts and pledges for the Memorial Stadium Centennial Project are approaching $100 million of our $125 million goal, with still one year remaining until project completion. This includes a substantial gift from the Farmer Families from Jefferson City, Mo., which will name the Rock M Club. The Rock M Club is an innovative field-level experience and one of the many VIP spaces highlighted in the expansion project.
We also have commitments on 35 of the 51 highly in demand premium suites in the new north end zone. While we continue working towards our final goal, the energy and excitement surrounding this transformational project is truly inspiring. We anticipate sharing more about the stadium renovation in the coming weeks.
This kind of momentum is built by a community of supporters who show up, step up and maintain a true Will to Win. Whether you contributed philanthropically, joined our new Mizzou Leadership Circle, purchased a north end zone suite or any type of season tickets, or even bought a new Mizzou shirt and hat and told your friends about the Tigers, we see you and we thank you.
Additional highlights of our record-breaking fundraising year of over $140 million in gifts, pledges and capital commitments include:
Closing anonymous commitments of $50 million and $25 million to the Memorial Stadium Centennial Project
A transformative investment from longtime benefactor Audrey J. Walton to enhance our Track & Field and Soccer Stadium
A total of 13 seven-figure contributions
The launch of the Mizzou Leadership Circle, with 366 founding members
All of this supports our clear mission: to create the conditions for championships and lifelong memories for generations of Mizzou Tigers. Additionally, I would like to mention that the entire University of Missouri also set a record fundraising activity year of over $269 million in 2024-25, which underscores how many people believe in what is happening around our campus and want to help.
Trust me, I recognize we are asking a lot of you. And we will continue to do so. And we have also been talking about the headwinds we are facing surrounding the changing conditions of college athletics. But through belief, trust and an unwavering Will to Win, we will not only withstand those headwinds but truly evolve and thrive.
To close, please understand that your generosity is changing what’s possible for Mizzou Athletics. We are committed to re-investing our resources into what truly drives winning, which will unlock moments and memories that Mizzou fans everywhere crave.
As we look to what’s next, I hope you feel the pride of this moment and the excitement of what’s to come. The momentum is real. The belief is growing. And with your continued partnership, we’re just getting started.
M-I-Z!
Laird Veatch
Director of Athletics
University of Missouri
Dear Mizzou Family,
Momentum can be demonstrated in many ways. Over the past year, we’ve talked a lot about our competitive successes, record-breaking performances and unforgettable game days, which continue to build. But momentum also shows up in a growing belief in our future, and the way that belief can quickly spread.
Today, we are proud to share that gifts and pledges for the Memorial Stadium Centennial Project are approaching $100 million of our $125 million goal, with still one year remaining until project completion. This includes a substantial gift from the Farmer Families from Jefferson City, Mo., which will name the Rock M Club. The Rock M Club is an innovative field-level experience and one of the many VIP spaces highlighted in the expansion project.
We also have commitments on 35 of the 51 highly in demand premium suites in the new north end zone. While we continue working towards our final goal, the energy and excitement surrounding this transformational project is truly inspiring. We anticipate sharing more about the stadium renovation in the coming weeks.
This kind of momentum is built by a community of supporters who show up, step up and maintain a true Will to Win. Whether you contributed philanthropically, joined our new Mizzou Leadership Circle, purchased a north end zone suite or any type of season tickets, or even bought a new Mizzou shirt and hat and told your friends about the Tigers, we see you and we thank you.
Additional highlights of our record-breaking fundraising year of over $140 million in gifts, pledges and capital commitments include:
Closing anonymous commitments of $50 million and $25 million to the Memorial Stadium Centennial Project
A transformative investment from longtime benefactor Audrey J. Walton to enhance our Track & Field and Soccer Stadium
A total of 13 seven-figure contributions
The launch of the Mizzou Leadership Circle, with 366 founding members
All of this supports our clear mission: to create the conditions for championships and lifelong memories for generations of Mizzou Tigers. Additionally, I would like to mention that the entire University of Missouri also set a record fundraising activity year of over $269 million in 2024-25, which underscores how many people believe in what is happening around our campus and want to help.
Trust me, I recognize we are asking a lot of you. And we will continue to do so. And we have also been talking about the headwinds we are facing surrounding the changing conditions of college athletics. But through belief, trust and an unwavering Will to Win, we will not only withstand those headwinds but truly evolve and thrive.
To close, please understand that your generosity is changing what’s possible for Mizzou Athletics. We are committed to re-investing our resources into what truly drives winning, which will unlock moments and memories that Mizzou fans everywhere crave.
As we look to what’s next, I hope you feel the pride of this moment and the excitement of what’s to come. The momentum is real. The belief is growing. And with your continued partnership, we’re just getting started.
M-I-Z!
Laird Veatch
Director of Athletics
University of Missouri
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