In order to invest responsibly in K-State’s financial future, capital projects are funded through the philanthropic support of K-Stater’s all over the world, with zero tax, state, or university dollars used. By securing premium seating in the Shamrock Zone, you play a large part in making this dream become a reality. To make a contribution online to the Building Champions capital initiative, click here or contact an Ahearn Fund representative at 888.232.9074 for more information.

The Shamrock Zone will set the vision and build off the foundation to continue serving as the northwest gateway to campus that creates a recognizable institutional landmark for students, alumni, faculty, and fans. The Shamrock Zone will enhance the overall game day experience for all fans for both football and basketball with the addition of fan amenities and new premium seating. The new space will create opportunities to generate revenue to ensure the future sustainability and national leadership position of K-State Athletics and will develop a phase approached in our commitment to grow and efficiently manage financial resources.

The anticipated total project cost is $50 million. The Shamrock Zone will be purely funded by the generosity of K-Stater’s through a three-part funding strategy: leadership philanthropy, capital contributions, and annual seating contributions. No tax, state, or university dollars are used in the funding of this project.

The Shamrock Zone will improve the game day experience for ALL fans. One of the main features will be a wider, covered concourse for the south end zone of Bill Snyder Family Stadium, adding 2,100 SF of new restrooms and shorter concession lines with 24 new points of sale. In addition, fans will benefit from two new video boards in the SE and SW corners of the stadium, new ribbon boards under the Shamrock Zone Club, an improved sound system, and enhanced NE and NW entrances to Bramlage Coliseum.

In order to be included in the first round of seat selections, we ask that all fans sign a commitment form and fulfill a 10% capital gift deposit before December 31, 2020. Shortly following the priority commitment deadline, the seating selection process will occur in priority point order. All commitments received after the December 31, 2020 deadline will be seated in order they are received, subject to availability.

Suite, loge, and club season ticket holders in the Shamrock Zone will have the option to select a commitment term of 5 or 7 years. During this term, you lock in your annual Ahearn Fund gift at the original agreed upon level. At the end of the commitment term, the seat-holder will have first right of refusal for renewal.

Shamrock Zone premium seating will be allocated based on Ahearn Fund priority points as of December 31, 2020. Fans who have signed a commitment form and submitted a 10% capital gift deposit will be ranked for seating selection following this date. A letter of confirmation will be mailed immediately following detailing the seat selection date and process moving forward.

In order to provide a fair selection system, fans requesting to sit together will be allocated based on the member with the lowest priority point total of the group. For example, if Donor A has 2,000 Points, Donor B has 3,500 Points, and Donor C has 1,500 Points, the group’s rank and selection time will be based on Donor C's priority points.

Yes - one (1) reserved parking pass will be provided for every four (4) tickets purchased in the suite, loge, or club. Parking selection will occur following seating selection for fans who have committed.

Yes – food will be provided in an upscale fashion with buffet style service stations on gameday and is included in your total annual gift to the Ahearn Fund. Alcohol is not included and must be purchased separately. To ensure high quality, K-State Athletics reserves the right to review and adjust pricing as food costs increase.

Guest passes for suite holders will be made available for purchase on both a season or single game basis. To protect the quality of experience for all premium seat holders in the Shamrock Zone, guest passes will be limited to 50% of the suite seating occupancy. Subject to changes based on codes and capacity.

Upon fulfillment of the capital gift commitment, seats in the Shamrock Zone may be transferred to an immediate family member within the life of the contract by submitting a transfer form of approval from both parties. The receiving party will need to commit to an extended contract and meet the agreed upon annual contribution requirements to receive rights to purchase tickets and parking. It is understood that priority points are non-transferrable.

The deductible portion of this contribution should be determined by reference to the appropriate section(s) of the internal revenue code. Please consult your tax advisor regarding the deductibility of any gift, especially if any portion of your gift was made for the right to purchase athletic tickets.

If for any reason the Shamrock Zone is not available by the 2021 season, those who have committed will be provided with the following options: 1) continuation of your pledge commitment through the completion of the project; 2) your choice of redirecting your capital gift to another project or program or; 3) a refund on your capital gift and elimination of your pledge agreement.