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ANSWER THE CALL<\/h2>\n

In response to this important opportunity, we introduce the BE A TEXAN <\/i><\/span><\/strong>drive.<\/p>\n

The BE A TEXAN<\/strong> <\/i><\/span>drive is centered on one clear goal: to increase Tarleton State\u2019s alumni giving percentage.<\/p>\n

Tarleton State’s alumni network is more than 100,000 strong. Despite our strengths, 97% of our alumni have yet to make a philanthropic gift to support our growing university. Your support can directly accelerate the university’s rise as the premiere comprehensive university in the nation. As giving grows, so does the confidence and momentum behind Tarleton State’s bold vision for the future.<\/p>\n

The BE A TEXAN <\/i><\/span><\/strong>drive represents an invitation to embrace the opportunity to exemplify what it means to BE A TEXAN<\/i><\/span><\/strong> by supporting Tarleton State\u2019s life-changing mission with a personal gift. One Tarleton State Texan at a time, we can convert what many see as a shortcoming into a strength.<\/p>\n

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HOW TO PARTICIPATE<\/h2>\n

To rise and be counted in the BE A TEXAN<\/i><\/span> <\/strong>drive, make a minimum annual gift of $125.00 ($10.50 per month) to any college, department or program of your choice through the Texan Excellence Fund. <\/i><\/b>Your contribution grants you immediate membership in the TEF, along with benefits corresponding to your giving level.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll also receive our exclusive \u201cI\u2019M A TEXAN\u201d<\/i><\/span><\/strong> tee \u2014 a symbol of your response to this meaningful invitation. This unique offer reflects the values that define our alumni: drive, determination and a strong work ethic found in every Tarleton State Texan.<\/p>\n

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DONATION AMOUNT TO PARTICIPATE<\/h2>\n

A gift through the Texan Excellence Fund at $125.00 ($10.50 a month) or more qualifies as a BE A TEXAN<\/i><\/span><\/strong> drive donation and earns the donor Texan Excellence Fund membership and the limited edition “I’M A TEXAN”<\/i><\/span><\/strong> tee.\u00a0<\/p>\n

As a new TEF member, you will receive your official Texan Excellence Fund<\/em> membership card, membership decal, lanyard and sleeve to display your card at exclusive TEF-only events.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you designate the Tarleton Alumni Association (TAA)<\/i> with your gift, you will instantly be enrolled as a dual TEF \u2013 TAA member with all associated benefits, including access to the TAA Tailgate prior to all home football games.<\/p>\n

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