As Duke Club members, you are making a BIG impact on the JMU student-athlete experience. Your gift to the Duke Club goes to benefit the Proud & True Fund and supports all of JMU's 18 varsity sports, cheerleading, and the athletics operating budget.
As a great THANK YOU for all you do to support our JMU student-athletes, we want to feature you in the Duke Club Donor Spotlight, a new initiative to celebrate our donors.
The Duke Club invites you to provide a glance into the JMU donor and fan experience — through the lens of a Duke Club member — as we spotlight JMU Athletics donors who are making an impact on Dukes' student-athletes.
- From tailgating, game day traditions and fan fun...
- To favorite sport teams and favorite JMU sports history moments...
- To reflections on why you donate to the Proud & True Fund and why/how you encourage fellow JMU fans to give too!
LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS WEEK'S SPOTLIGHT DONOR
Name: Frank Payne
City/Town: Richmond, Virginia
JMU Affiliation: Alumni: Class of 1989 (Business Management)
What is your current job title? Where do you work? What is a brief summary of your job description?
I am vice president and owner of PD Brooks Company Inc. We provide traffic control products and services in the state of Virginia.
Why did you decide to become a member of the Duke Club and make a gift to the Proud & True Fund?
I went to a Duke Club event in Richmond and it was a great time. I met coach Brady and we became friends.
What has been your favorite part of being a member of the Duke Club?
My favorite part is supporting our athletic programs.
What has kept you involved as a member of the Duke Club?
The success of our programs and the growth of the University.
Do you have a favorite JMU team(s)? Why is the team(s) your favorite?
Football for the tailgating and success. Basketball because I was a donor to the new facility.
What do you love most about JMU Athletics?
I love the JMU Athletics will to be competitive in ALL sports.
Do you have a favorite moment in JMU Athletics history?
My favorite moment was the first national title game in Chattanooga, Tennessee in 2004 against Montana with a score of 31-21. Read more about the Centennial Celebration. Take a look back on the 10 years since championships.
What advice do you give to other JMU fans and friends to encourage them to give and get involved with the Duke Club?
I encourage JMU fans to support the Duke Club or you don't get away game tickets. :)
Your gift/membership to the Proud & True Fund/Duke Club supports JMU Athletics and makes a big impact. What motivates you to give and be a part of this program?
I bleed purple.
Are you a JMU Duke Club member who is interested in being featured in a Duke Club Donor Spotlight? You could be chosen next...all you have to do is complete the brief Duke Club Donor Spotlight survey and submit your photo!
