Our Mission
Proudly Supporting
01.
FANS
02.
BUSINESS
03.
ATHLETES
HELP EMPOWER OUR BISON ATHLETES REACH THEIR POTENTIAL IN AND OUT OF THE CLASSROOM.
BECOME A MEMBER
One Time or Annual Contribution
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
No, The Green and The Gold Collective is a separate entity that has no affiliation with North Dakota State University.
However, The Green and The Gold Collective is a proud sponsor and NIL Collective of Bison Athletics.
The Green and The Gold Collective is the NIL collective of Bison Athletics and a proud sponsor of all Bison sports. The Green and The Gold Collective is a separate entity and is not a part of North Dakota State University. The Green and The Gold Collective and the University follow the NCAA’s rules and do not exchange money. The Green and The Gold Collective and the University work in cooperation to benefit Bison student-athletes.
No, contracts, deals, and activation opportunities vary by the specific sport, athlete, and contribution. Each deal is negotiated separately and signed by the athlete.
Businesses and individual fans can contract with specific athletes for NIL deals. Contact our email address (bottom of the page) to discuss.
Contact us directly via email (bottom of page) and we will be happy to help answer your questions and assist with larger contributions.
Each contract facilitated through The Green and The Gold Collective includes provisions that limit the scope of the agreement to protect against situations where a student-athlete leaves the university earlier than expected (transfer, turning professional, etc.).
Athletes are not allowed to sign deal that promote alcohol, drugs, political advertising, gambling, or other areas that conflict with North Dakota State University rules and values. All deals must be quid-pro-quo between the athlete and individual/business contributing.
All members will receive unique benefits, depending on your membership level, provided through The Green and The Gold Collective. Benefits are subject to change, but include items such as memorabilia, access to special events, and exclusive content.
Our organization is structured as an LLC based on the advice of legal experts, given its purpose and goals . Given this structure, memberships are not tax deductible nor considered a charitable donation.