JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - North Florida Athletics announced the launch of the Pitching Change program, a new initiative designed to produce revenue that will go towards the support of UNF student-athletes on Tuesday afternoon.
 
This innovative program allows UNF supporters to round up their purchases and gain cash back at over 15,000 participating businesses, with the proceeds going directly to benefit UNF's athletic programs.
 
"As the NCAA Collegiate Athletics landscape rapidly changes, it is important that we are creative in generating new revenue streams in order to positively impact the student-athlete experience," said Director of Athletics Nick Morrow. "Those who are willing to participate in pitching change will be making a difference in the opportunities we are able to provide our 320 student-athletes."
 
The Pitching Change program is secure and easy to use. This effortless giving method ensures that even small contributions can accumulate to make a significant impact.
 
The cost of supporting 320 student-athletes across 19 NCAA Division I teams continues to rise. The funds raised through Pitching Change will play a crucial role in UNF Athletics' commitment to creating an elite student-athlete experience.
 
"Pitching Changes gives Osprey supporters of all ages the ability to make a difference and donate to support the evolving landscape of college athletics," Josh Baker, Associate AD of Revenue Generation and Community Engagement. "I am excited and eager to see UNF alumni and community supporters of all ages embrace this opportunity to use their change to help to continue to give our student athletes the best resources available."
 
Join us in supporting UNF Athletics by signing up for the Pitching Change program today. For more information and to get started, visit brandtek.com/pages/pitching-change-unf.
 
Thank you for your generosity and for being part of the UNF family. Together, we can help our Ospreys soar to new heights.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know my Credit Card information is secure?
All enrolled cards in Pitching Change are tokenized and held in a PCI (Payment Card Industry) Level 1 compliant vault as required by Visa and Mastercard security standards. All cards are encrypted upon enrollment so that the details of those cards are anonymized and non-identifiable.
 
Which types of credit cards are eligible for registration?
Any United States Visa or Mastercard can be enrolled into the Pitching Change program.
 
How does rounding work to support my cause?
Your purchase will round up to the nearest dollar amount that you select. For example, when you round to $1, your coffee purchase of $1.70 would be a $0.30 round up to $2. If you had selected round to $5 your purchase would have rounded up $3.30 to $5.
 
How are my rounded donations charged?
Your rounded donations are accumulated over the month. At the end of each month, a single charge reflecting the total of your rounded-up donations is made to your registered card. This makes tracking your contributions easy and straightforward.
 
How can I change my monthly donation goal?
You can change your monthly donation goal by going to the Settings Page. The amount can be changed at any time.
 
Will my rounding donation stop if I meet my monthly goal?
No, your donation will be the total of all the actual rounded transactions in a month regardless of your goal setting. Setting your goal allows us to notify you of your progress towards your giving goals.
 
Can I pause my rounding at any time?
You can pause, resume, and adjust your roundup settings anytime via the Pitching Change dashboard. Just login, visit the Settings page, and toggle registered cards "on" or "off."  Any rounded transactions completed before unenrollment will be processed at the end of the month you unenrolled.
 
What are Cash Back offers?
When you make purchases with your registered card at participating merchants, any qualified and earned cash back rewards on your purchase amount are automatically credited back to your monthly donation total, at no cost to you. This means that you can unlock more funds to further your impact for your cause.
 
Can I turn off notifications?
Just go to the profile page and find text notifications. Toggle the switch beside your phone number to the left to turn off. You're welcome to turn them back on whenever you choose.
 
Will registration with Pitching Change interrupt my card's existing loyalty benefits?
No, any existing rewards or benefits (like cashback, points, or perks) through your existing credit card agreement are not impacted by enrollment in Pitching Change.
 
Will I be charged any fees?
No, there are no additional fees charged to you for using the Pitching Change program. However, standard card processing fees as per your card agreement may still apply.