Overview
University of Denver Athletics' Gold Standard is the department's first leadership philanthropic giving society, designed to...
elevate our student-athlete experience
share meaningful gratitude with our most generous benefactors
foster a strong sense of community among supporters across all 18 sports
Setting the Gold Standard
Across 18 sports, Denver Athletics consistently contends with some of the largest and best-funded programs nationwide. It’s a standard we’re raising even higher.
Our focus on developing the entire student-athlete – from emotional and psychological well-being, to character and top-tier physical performance – has made DU a prime destination for student-athletes who embody more than a devotion to winning, but also to each other, their educational pursuits and even the broader world. This is world-class athletics, the Denver way.
Engagement Opportunities
In acknowledgment of their generous support to University of Denver Athletics, Gold Standard members receive personalized and exclusive engagement opportunities and behind-the-scenes experiences.
Opportunities may include:
- Access to in-game premium hospitality areas
- Invitations to exclusive Athletics events
- Opportunity to travel with our teams or attend practices
- In-game recognition at home sporting events
- Exclusive gear and gifts
- Tier 1 priority for all parking access, postseason tickets, and special athletics events
Athletics Excellence Fund
This unrestricted fund supports the holistic development of all 380+ DU student-athletes and the rising cost of excellence in critical areas such as...
Academics
- DU student-athletes combined to achieve a 3.613 grade point average in 2024-25 thanks in large part to academic advisors and tutors hired by the Athletics Department
Sports Medicine
- Athletic training and medical personnel, technology, and equipment allow our student-athletes to prepare, recover, and rehabilitate for competition
Sport Performance
- Strength and conditioning personnel, technology, and equipment empower our student-athletes to reach their full athletic potential
Nutrition
- DU Athletics educates student-athletes on healthy eating habits and annually invests over $2,000/student-athlete to fuel Pioneers for peak performance in competition and the classroom
Mental Health
- Access to sports psychologists prepare and help our Pioneers face a variety of mental health concerns through individual and group counseling, therapy, and mental skills training