UCLA Athletics Announces New “42 Society”

LOS ANGELES - Today UCLA Athletics announced the "42 Society." Members of the exclusive 42 Society commit to contributing at least $100,000 annually to the Wooden Athletic Fund over a five-year period. In addition to exclusive travel with the Bruins and Jordan Brand team gear, members of the 42 Society also enjoy top priority for tickets to the men's and women's NCAA Basketball Tournament, UCLA football's bowl game and other postseason events.

The Wooden Athletic Fund is dedicated to honoring the lasting educational and athletic legacy of Nell and John Wooden. Together, members of the Wooden Athletic Fund team provide invaluable support for UCLA's student-athletes, and every gift has a positive impact on their ability to succeed in the classroom, in competition and in the community.

The 42 Society has been established to specifically support UCLA's student-athletes in academics, sports medicine, nutrition, mental health, and more – all elements critical to helping attract, develop and retain the most talented student-athletes in the country.

"The 42 Society will be a game changer for our athletics program. Philanthropy of this magnitude transcends the ELITE student athlete experience," said Alice and Nahum Lainer Family Director of Athletics Martin Jarmond. "I'm forever grateful for this significant investment in UCLA Athletics."

In just the first two months of 2023, alumni, fans and friends of UCLA Athletics have pledged nine gifts to the Wooden Athletic Fund of $100,000 or more. These commitments are in addition to more than 270 existing annual gifts of more than $30,000 to the Wooden Athletic Fund's "Director's Circle" and "Wooden Benefactor" giving levels.

To learn more about the 42 Society and additional opportunities to support the UCLA's student-athlete experience, please call the Wooden Athletic Fund at (310) 206-3302 or visit woodenathleticfund.com/42.