The 14th Annual Loper Football Backers dinner and scholarship fundraiser at the Younes Conference Center North in Kearney, Nebraska, marked the end of a successful spring for the Nebraska-Kearney football program.

By the Numbers
  • Over 700 Loper fans attended, with 73 tables present.
  • Just under $254,000 was raised in 3.5 hours, exceeding the $250,000 goal.
  • $114,000 was raised from the "Scholarship Ask," $56,000 from the live auction, and nearly $41,500 from the silent auction.
  • The event has raised over $2.65 million since its inception in 2010.
Yes, But

No significant counterarguments or complexities were reported.

State of Play
  • Successful fundraising event with strong community support and corporate participation.
  • Event surpassed its fundraising goal, providing a solid foundation for scholarship support.
What's Next

UNK begins fall camp on Monday, Aug. 5, with the season-opener scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 29, at Chadron State.

Bottom Line

The Loper Football Backers event celebrated community support, exceeded fundraising goals, and set a strong foundation for scholarship funding, showcasing the commitment to the UNK Football program's success.