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Elevate Unveils $500 Million Fund to Drive College Athletics Growth

The capital is structured as repayable debt to finance facilities upgrades under the new college athlete pay framework.

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Overview

  • The fund is backed by Velocity Capital Management and the Texas Permanent School Fund Corporation to support university athletics departments.
  • Financing is structured as debt with two-to-ten-year repayment terms and revenue-sharing provisions, with no equity stakes taken.
  • Elevate has closed two low-eight-figure deals with Power Four schools and is in active talks with several more athletics departments.
  • Investments will target stadium renovations, premium seating expansions and other facility projects designed to boost long-term revenue.
  • The launch follows a federal judge’s approval of a $2.8 billion antitrust settlement allowing schools to share up to $20.5 million annually with athletes.