LSU Invites Top 40 Donors To Governor's Mansion To Unveil First-Of-Its-Kind Revenue Plan

By Staff ReporterJul 9, 20261:24 pmDiscuss the story21
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The Tiger Athletic Foundation recently sent a letter to some of LSU's top donors notifying them that they have been invited by Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry and President Dr. Wade Rousse to a private event at the Governor's Mansion.

The event, which is described as informational, will give a "first look at an alternative revenue generating opportunity for LSU athletics that is first of its kind nationally and could quite possibly change the future of college sports in America."

Here's some of the letter, that Ross Dellenger obtained:
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College athletics is at financial crossroads, and we're feeling it every day at LSU. As someone who has contributed generously to our athletic programs to keep them operational, you know how unsustainable the budget of the athletic department looks and how hard TAF has worked with our donors to assist.

Governor Jeff Landry supported the Presidency of Dr. Wade Rousse because he believes Wade is an innovator, especially as it relates to economics, financing, and revenue.

The Governor and the President are inviting you to a private event at the Governor's Mansion on MONDAY, August 3rd or WEDNESDAY, August 5th beginning at 6pm to get a first look at an alternative revenue generating opportunity for LSU athletics that is first of its kind nationally and could quite possibly change the future of college sports in America.

Let me be clear, this is not an ask for money. It's not a fundraiser. It's informational. This is a conversation about the future of LSU Athletics.

Please let me know as soon as possible if you're willing to attend one of these exclusive meetings at the mansion, and which date works best for you.

And remember, what unites us all? It's three letters, two colors, one state. WE ARE ALL LSU. Hope to see you soon.
21 Comments
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Lsu1012051 day
Did Chicken sell enough koozies to get us a few invites?
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Lgrnwd1 day
I am really looking forward to this event
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Gcaro761 day
Me too
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IHeartLSU021 day
Here's the deal: you'll have Bordelon, Lipsey, Mckernan, Rutland from MMR, Eric Lane from Gerry Lane, Greg Hamer who owns all the Taco Bells. Graves will be invited too, but his real role isn't much—people should realize he doesn’t write the big checks everyone thinks he does. Not to say he doesn’t do good stuff, but everyone's got an inflated view of him.

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OSTiger771 day
Who do I send my regards to?
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HuntinFishin2519 hours
'Gotta Luv' this stuff! LSU and the governor are looking to move LSU to the top of the spectrum. GEAUX TIGERS!!!
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idlewatcher1 day
#TDNIL cmon!
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T1gerNate16 hours
NOT an ask for more money. Definitely NOT an ask for more money!!
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SOL217 hours
Maybe it should be the top 300. FB is getting expensive.
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HuntinFishin2519 hours
If they are smart and it is legal, set up a private equity opportunity for the guy on the street also with a minimum investment of $100.00. MILLIONS upon MILLIONS will be generated that would surpass any other level 5 program.
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Cosmo1 day
Private equity coming soon to LSU football
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T1gerNate16 hours
Yep
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kbartj1 day
Dang.....I must have been "41"
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Who keeps snitching to that Ole Miss stooge Dellinger
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jaycock881 day
I'm so glad I added the seatbacks this year!!! My invite should be arriving shortly!!
LFG!! #spottheball
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GeauxDoc1 day
Dang..looks like i JUST missed the cut for a letter…
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TennTiger221 day
Who made the list?
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TooFyeToFly15 hours
Governor is obviously getting kickbacks from this.
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fofuh41 day
what kind of poor shite is this? no one wants to spend all that money and then have to go see jeff landry? wack
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fofuh41 day
what kind of poor shite is this? no one wants to spend all that money and then have to go see jeff landry? wack
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Wwck off, jerk
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