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The oaks

The Oaks is the leadership philanthropic arm of the Tiger Athletic Foundation. Oaks members help put the necessary resources in place to ensure all 500+ student-athletes have a first-class experience here at Louisiana State University. Tiger Athletic Foundation's top priority is to continue to secure the necessary financial resources that are in alignment with LSU Athletics financial needs. To qualify as a member of The Oaks, you must make a pledge of $25,000 or more (over a 5-year period) to any of the following Tiger Athletic Foundation funds below:

 

TAF Capital Programs Fund:

The TAF Capital Programs Fund allows Tiger Athletic Foundation to fund capital building projects for LSU Athletics. This fund helps to support a vast majority of current projects while establishing funding for upcoming and future projects.

Athletic Director’s Excellence Fund:

The Athletic Director’s Excellence Fund is designated to assist in the areas of greatest need, and ensure LSU student-athletes continue to have the opportunity to compete for SEC and national titles.

Scholarship Endowment Fund:

The Scholarship Endowment Fund provides the critical long-term support for LSU’s Athletics Scholarship program. Each dollar in the fund is invested, and the proceeds of the investment are utilized to offset the educational expenses of LSU’s student-athletes. LSU awards approximately 450 student-athlete scholarships annually. Scholarships typically include tuition, fees, housing, food, and other costs of attendance.

 

 Established in 2022, members of The Oaks play a pivotal role in laying this foundation for LSU student-athletes to compete at the highest level. To view current membership listing click HERE.