Vaught Society
The Vaught Society serves as the leadership fundraising catalyst under the Ole Miss Athletics Foundation in support of Ole Miss Athletics and its quest for conference and national championships. This organization is philanthropic in nature, and its members are invested in the enhancement of Rebel Athletics. These funds are crucial in elevating Ole Miss Athletics to nationally competitive levels on an annual basis by providing the resources for world-class facilities, coaches, and scholarship support. Members of the Vaught Society make a commitment of $25,000 or more that is fulfilled over 5 years ($5,000 per year). These major gift commitments are above and beyond any priority seating annual donations. In recognition of their generosity, Vaught Society members gain access to an exclusive stewardship program.
History of the Vaught Society
The Vaught Society was established in 2005 as an exclusive group recognizing donors who had contributed more than $350,000 in lifetime support to Ole Miss Athletics. These generous individuals laid the foundation for the success we enjoy today, and we remain deeply grateful for their extraordinary commitment and vision.
In an effort to expand opportunities for philanthropy, the Vaught Society was reimagined and reintroduced to the public in December 2009. Since then, membership has grown from just 27 founding members to more than 1,040 passionate supporters dedicated to advancing the future of Ole Miss Athletics.
Today, Vaught Society members play a vital role in providing philanthropic support across the department. Their generosity fuels investments in student-athlete scholarships, capital projects, revenue sharing initiatives, and deferred maintenance and facility improvements that enhance the experience of our student-athletes and keep Ole Miss Athletics competing at the highest level.
Coach John Vaught
Coach John Vaught is one of the most recognizable names in the history of college football due to the extraordinary level of success he enjoyed while at Ole Miss. During his tenure, the Rebels experienced heights never before seen in the history of the program. As such, the Vaught Society carries his namesake.
