AGS Going Green! Donation Drive 2009-10

[agsadmin]

Going Green for AGS

Everyone has a favorite environment in which they thrive. For those of us who live in the world of FCS football, our environment is in constant jeopardy of being smothered in the football universe by smog emitted by the FBS and NFL. We have to work at finding and making a place where we can come together to share our joys and miseries as fans of FCS football.

AGS is the home planet in this huge universe of football that provides the outlet for us in FCS land to thrive. But such a small planet needs to receive care to survive. Unlike the ongoing battle we see and hear about concerning our earthly planet's environment and the need to "go green"; the effort required to keep AGS 'green' is not herculean. The effort requires only some modest watering to keep our football home 'green'.

As we begin the 2009 season, let us all make an effort to assist in the needed maintenance and upgrades our 'planet' requires. As a take-off from an old Woody Allen movie, let us all go "Looking for Mr. Greenbar" and make a contribution to AGS to maintain and improve our football environment, free from the pollution of commercial ads. When you donate $20, you will receive a green donor badge on your avatar: the true sign that you care about saving AGS for the future.

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With our number of members, if everyone gave just a modest contribution, we can rest assured that our globe is protected for an entire year. People can earmark their contribution to be allocated toward a specific school or conference. This will allow that organization's fans to sponsor a particular month of the year. Once the required minimum for sponsorship of $265 is reached, that schools/conference fans can then select the month they want. First come, first served.

So let us all 'Go Green' for AGS, and here's to a great 2009, where everyone's dreams end in Chattanooga!!


To donate, please find the link at the bottom of each page and make sure to designate your specific school or conference


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[agsadmin]

We have received several communications regarding reports on when fans of schools and conferences can be notified that their school is in reach of securing a month.

The BOD's goal is to provide updates on a weekly basis. If a school secures the $265 sometime in between those updates, we will notify that school and the donors will then get to decide which month they would prefer.

[citdog]

is global warming a hoax on this planet too?xlolxxlolxxlolx

[jimbo65]

Will be pleased to donate, however, do not wish to post credit card etc. Kindly let me know payee and where I should send check.

Thanks.

[agsadmin]

As you can see, we have made some strides up the field this week. Here's cheering on TEAM AGS as we move up the field! Get your donation counted today!

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WEEKLY UPDATE
Remainder left to sponsor a month at AGS:
110.24 - LEHIGH
221.91 - MONTANA
226.76 - DELAWARE
245.88 - CAL POLY
245.88 - NORTH DAKOTA
255.59 - RHODE ISLAND

[EmeryZach]

Just did my donating as usual! Happy to do it!

[agsadmin]

Thanks to all who have contributed thus far. It's nice to see all the green bars sprouting up as we 'GO GREEN' here on AGS.

Please make sure to designate who you'd like to earmark your donation for as it assists us in declaring months for your favorite school!

[mizzoufan1]

I could only donate $10 this month. Maybe more next month. I donated in the name of the Missouri Valley Football Conference.

[letsgopards04]

I donated. How long does it take for the green bar to show up.

[agsadmin]

UPDATE

How much donated:
154.76 Lehigh
96.80 UCA
91.34 Montana
38.24 Delaware
28.83 UMass
23.97 Appalachian State
23.97 Richmond
19.12 Wofford
19.12 Lafayette College
19.12 W&M
19.12 JMU
19.12 North Dakota
19.12 Cal Poly
19.12 McNeese
19.12 Fordham
9.41 Missouri Valley
9.41 Rhode Island
6.98 Southern University

How much left to sponsor a month:
110.24 Lehigh
168.20 UCA
173.66 Montana
226.76 Delaware
236.17 UMass
241.03 Appalachian State
241.03 Richmond
245.88 Wofford
245.88 Lafayette College
245.88 W&M
245.88 JMU
245.88 North Dakota
245.88 Cal Poly
245.88 McNeese
245.88 Fordham
255.59 Missouri Valley
255.59 Rhode Island
258.02 Southern University

[mizzoufan1]

UPDATE

How much donated:
154.76 Lehigh
96.80 UCA
91.34 Montana
38.24 Delaware
28.83 UMass
23.97 Appalachian State
23.97 Richmond
19.12 Wofford
19.12 Lafayette College
19.12 W&M
19.12 JMU
19.12 North Dakota
19.12 Cal Poly
19.12 McNeese
19.12 Fordham
9.41 Missouri Valley
9.41 Rhode Island
6.98 Southern University

How much left to sponsor a month:
110.24 Lehigh
168.20 UCA
173.66 Montana
226.76 Delaware
236.17 UMass
241.03 Appalachian State
241.03 Richmond
245.88 Wofford
245.88 Lafayette College
245.88 W&M
245.88 JMU
245.88 North Dakota
245.88 Cal Poly
245.88 McNeese
245.88 Fordham
255.59 Missouri Valley
255.59 Rhode Island
258.02 Southern University

Did the $10 I donated in the name of the Missouri Valley FC not count? Just wondering...

[TexasTerror]

Did the $10 I donated in the name of the Missouri Valley FC not count? Just wondering...

It shows $9.41.

Based on my previous experience with PayPal, there's probably some sort of fee there that brings it down slightly. Not sure if AGS has used this method in the past, but it seems to be consistent with the "odd" numbers down the list.

[agsadmin]

An update on the giving per school or in the case of Missouri Valley - conference:

110.24 - LEHIGH
154.54 - MONTANA
168.20 - UCA
216.75 - MCNEESE
221.91 - CAL POLY
226.76 - DELAWARE
236.17 - UMASS
241.03 - APPALACHIAN STATE
241.03 - RICHMOND
241.03 - UNH
245.88 - JMU
245.88 - FORDHAM
245.88 - LAFAYETTE COLLEGE
245.88 - NORTH DAKOTA
245.88 - W&M
245.88 - WOFFORD
255.59 - MISSOURI VALLEY
255.59 - RHODE ISLAND RAMS
258.02 - SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY AND A&M COLLEGE

[ngineer]

An update on the giving per school or in the case of Missouri Valley - conference:

110.24 - LEHIGH
154.54 - MONTANA
168.20 - UCA
216.75 - MCNEESE
221.91 - CAL POLY
226.76 - DELAWARE
236.17 - UMASS
241.03 - APPALACHIAN STATE
241.03 - RICHMOND
241.03 - UNH
245.88 - JMU
245.88 - FORDHAM
245.88 - LAFAYETTE COLLEGE
245.88 - NORTH DAKOTA
245.88 - W&M
245.88 - WOFFORD
255.59 - MISSOURI VALLEY
255.59 - RHODE ISLAND RAMS
258.02 - SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY AND A&M COLLEGE

That's the amount needed, yet, to secure month next year?

[Mod33]

That's the amount needed, yet, to secure month next year?

Correct.

[darell1976]

An update on the giving per school or in the case of Missouri Valley - conference:

110.24 - LEHIGH
154.54 - MONTANA
168.20 - UCA
216.75 - MCNEESE
221.91 - CAL POLY
226.76 - DELAWARE
236.17 - UMASS
241.03 - APPALACHIAN STATE
241.03 - RICHMOND
241.03 - UNH
245.88 - JMU
245.88 - FORDHAM
245.88 - LAFAYETTE COLLEGE
245.88 - NORTH DAKOTA
245.88 - W&M
245.88 - WOFFORD
255.59 - MISSOURI VALLEY
255.59 - RHODE ISLAND RAMS
258.02 - SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY AND A&M COLLEGE

Come on Sioux fans show the green in more than just the school colors.

[the last indian]

It is a great pleasure to donate. I love this site. Thank you.

[agsadmin]

AGS members -

It's never too late to donate!

Please take the time to make your annual contribution to AGS as part of our annual donation drive! Let's continue our move up the field as a united FCS community.

[agsadmin]

Members,

The chains have moved about seven or eight yards in the last few days. We thank all of you who have donated for your support!

Several members have contacted me wanting to reserve months. Per our new policy, we will only do that when fundraising goals and thus far, several schools are approaching the mark.

If you are interested in sponsoring a month on behalf of your school or conference, I highly recommend contacting similar supporters via PM to make your push!

Good luck and thanks again!

AGS Admin

[agsadmin]

Here's an updated list of schools, conferences represented by those who have submitted donations. Do you want to host a month? Get in the game now!

Albany
App St
Cal Poly
Delaware
James Madison
Lafayette
Lehigh
McNeese St
Montana
New Hampshire
North Dakota
Rhode Island
Richmond
SC State
Southern U
UCA
UMass
William & Mary
Wofford
Yale

[agsadmin]

AGS members,

The support continues to mount for our campaign! I thank all of those who have messaged me regarding efforts for their respective school's months and things they are trying to do to become the first school to reserve a month for 2010.

Now's the time! If you want to lock up some of the most active months on our message board, make sure to get in now and help us put some points on the board!

AGS Admin

[agsadmin]

For those looking to claim a month as their own, here is where we stand! Lehigh is currently the early favorite to nail down a month with both Montana and UCA providing chase. Now is the time to get your month at the top of AGS today!

Numbers donated per school
160.00 Lehigh
115.00 Montana
100.00 UCA
85.00 Delaware
75.00 Wofford
50.00 Harvard
50.00 McNeese State
50.00 W&M
50.00 Yale
45.00 Cal Poly
45.00 UNH
30.00 UMass
25.00 Appalachian State
25.00 Colgate
25.00 Delaware State
25.00 Richmond
25.00 SC State University
20.00 JMU
20.00 Lafayette College
20.00 North Dakota
20.00 UAlbany
10.00 Missouri Valley
10.00 URI
7.50 Southern University and A&M College


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[agsadmin]

Selection Sunday looms.

Now is the time to show your support for your institution and make a donation to AGS.

As the donations come in this week, we will post further updates.

[agsadmin]

AGS Members,

We've moved a few yards over the last few days, but we would really like to score a touchdown before the end of the playoffs!

Check back soon for an update of where schools and conferences stand for getting a sponsored month.

[agsadmin]

AGS Members,

AGS upgraded to a larger server in wake of Sunday's crash, when nearly 10,000 people were pounding our server for several hours on end. The larger server does come at a cost and we need support from all AGS members in sustaining it by supporting our donation drive.

I would hope that we do not have to downgrade to a smaller server, because that would lead to numerous outages and slowdown in our operation. If you have not already, please donate to our efforts in keeping this board what it is and better!

[agsadmin]

Thanks guys! AGS is continuing to pick up yardage!

As we celebrate Thanksgiving, let's give thanks to the board that has become the center of the FCS world - ANY GIVEN SATURDAY! Please continue to make donations, whether it is $5, $25, $50 or more!

An update is available below on the schools and their donations towards securing a month.

160.00 Lehigh
120.00 W&M
115.00 Montana
100.00 UCA
85.00 Delaware
75.00 Wofford
70.00 Appalachian State
65.00 Cal Poly
50.00 Harvard
50.00 McNeese State
50.00 Yale
50.00 Colgate
45.00 UNH
30.00 UMass
30.00 JMU
25.00 Delaware State
25.00 Richmond
25.00 SC State University
30.00 Lafayette College
20.00 North Dakota
20.00 UAlbany
10.00 Missouri Valley
10.00 URI
10.00 Furman
7.50 Southern University and A&M College
5.00 South Dakota State

[agsadmin]

Friends of AGS,

The donation drive is coming to an end on December 6. We thank all of those who have donated to this point in making this the premiere FCS community on the Internet!

If you have not already or if you can afford to help out a little more than you have, please make sure to get your donation in!

You can find the link at the bottom of each page by clicking on the 'Make a Donation' button. Also, if you are seeking holiday gifts for your favorite AGS posters, make sure to check out the AGS Market!

AGS Admin

[agsadmin]

We have made some great progress! Our offense has passed the 50 yard line and is looking to make even more gain down the field!

Even though the official donation drive has passed, we continue to get donations and continue to ask for more support in allowing AGS to run smoothly this year.

Two schools have passed the $200 threshold with five topping $100. It takes $265 for a school to claim a month, so to those schools nearing the mark, please finalize your commitment!

Thanks again!

250.00 Colgate
240.00 Lehigh
120.00 William & Mary
115.00 Montana
110.00 Delaware
100.00 Central Arkansas
100.00 Harvard
90.00 Appalachian State
75.00 Wofford
65.00 Cal Poly
50.00 McNeese State
50.00 Georgia Southern
50.00 Yale
50.00 Richmond
45.00 New Hampshire
30.00 UMass
30.00 Lafayette
30.00 James Madison
25.00 Delaware State
25.00 SC State University
20.00 North Dakota
20.00 UAlbany
10.00 Missouri Valley
10.00 Rhode Island
10.00 Furman
10.00 The Citadel
7.50 Southern
5.00 South Dakota State
5.00 Elon

[agsadmin]

A few more donations have come in.

Updated.

250.00 Colgate
240.00 Lehigh
120.00 William & Mary
115.00 Montana
110.00 Delaware
100.00 Central Arkansas
100.00 Harvard
90.00 Appalachian State
75.00 Wofford
75.00 McNeese State
65.00 Cal Poly
50.00 Georgia Southern
50.00 Yale
50.00 Richmond
50.00 UMass
45.00 New Hampshire
30.00 Lafayette
30.00 James Madison
25.00 Delaware State
25.00 SC State University
20.00 North Dakota
20.00 UAlbany
15.00 Charleston Southern
10.00 Missouri Valley
10.00 Rhode Island
10.00 Furman
10.00 The Citadel
7.50 Southern
5.00 South Dakota State
5.00 Elon

[agsadmin]

Central Arkansas with the big push. Several other contributions help the yard marker move.

250.00 Colgate
240.00 Lehigh
200.00 Central Arkansas
120.00 William & Mary
115.00 Montana
110.00 Delaware
100.00 Harvard
90.00 Appalachian State
75.00 Wofford
75.00 McNeese State
65.00 Cal Poly
55.00 Lafayette
50.00 Georgia Southern
50.00 Yale
50.00 Richmond
50.00 UMass
45.00 New Hampshire
30.00 James Madison
25.00 Delaware State
25.00 Samford
25.00 SC State University
20.00 North Dakota
20.00 UAlbany
15.00 Charleston Southern
10.00 Missouri Valley
10.00 Rhode Island
10.00 Furman
10.00 The Citadel
7.50 Southern
5.00 South Dakota State
5.00 Elon