The Future is Now: Kansas Football Gets a Massive Boost from $300M Gift

Kansas football is getting a historic boost. The university has just received an unprecedented $300 million gift from donor David Booth. This incredible donation, which is one of the largest in college athletics history, is a game-changer that will completely transform the program.

A Major Investment in Your Gameday Experience

The money will be used to supercharge the ongoing upgrades to David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. A full $75 million will go directly toward the second phase of the renovation, focusing on the east side of the stadium after the 2025 season. This means that soon, the entire stadium will be brand new.

But it’s not just about the stadium. The rest of the gift will create a new, continuous stream of revenue for Kansas athletics, which means more resources for your team and better facilities for years to come.

A Campus Transformed

This new gift builds on the $450 million already invested in the first phase of the Gateway District project. That initial phase, which is finished in time for the Jayhawks’ season opener, completely overhauled the west and north sides of the stadium and the football complex.

The second phase of the project will take things even further, creating a vibrant new area on the east side of the stadium with a hotel, restaurants, shops, and even student housing. It’s a total transformation of the entire area around the stadium, creating a new hub for the campus and the community.

As a student-athlete, this gift is a huge win for you. It’s a statement that Kansas is serious about winning and will give you the resources you need to compete at the highest level.