NIL stands for “Name, Image, and Likeness” and specifically refers to the use of an athlete’s NIL through marketing and promotional endeavors. Student-athletes at NCAA institutions could begin monetizing their NIL beginning on July 1, 2021.

This means student-athletes can cash in on their NIL for activities such as:

- Social media influencing and other promotions

- Personal appearances at businesses, conferences, camps, parties, and other advertising.

- Endorsements of a third-party

- Student-athlete-run camps and private lessons

- Autographs

- Sale of student-athlete owned apparel and personal items

- Student-athlete run businesses

There are rules regarding these agreements at the NCAA, State and college levels. We help businesses and students navigate the rules in partnership with Centre College to help ensure everyone stays compliant and the student-athlete benefits.

General NCAA rules governing NIL deals are as follows:

1.) The student-athlete must do an activity in order to receive compensation (a quid-pro-quo);

2.) That activity cannot be tied to athletic performance or enrollment to Centre College; and

3.) Institutions like Centre College are prohibited from providing compensation for the use of a student-athlete’s NIL.

The 1926 Collective is a groundbreaking NIL initiative. We are thrilled to announce our dedicated focus on the exceptional female athletes of Centre College. Named in homage to the year Centre College became a coed institution, our collective is committed to empowering these talented athletes by providing them with unparalleled opportunities to harness their individual identities, stories, and talents. With a shared vision of promoting gender equality and fostering a supportive community, The 1926 Collective is set to redefine the landscape of Division III collegiate sports, empowering female athletes to thrive both on and off the field.

We are dedicated to ensuring that student-athletes can focus on excelling in both their studies and sports. We operate with utmost transparency and without charging any fees, putting our student-athletes' welfare and success at the forefront of our organization.

The 1926 Collective is guided by an Executive Committee of committed individuals, responsible for overseeing the organization's day-to-day operations, strategic planning, and adherence to our core values. To effectively carry out our mission, The 1926 Collective operates through three core committees, each dedicated to specific aspects of our work:

NIL Committee:

The NIL Committee acts as a bridge between businesses and Centre College student-athletes, facilitating fair and beneficial NIL deals. The NIL Committee works to secure opportunities for student-athletes, ensuring appropriate compensation while safeguarding their academic eligibility and reputations. The NIL Committee also oversees any NIL deals reached between The 1926 Collective and student-athletes.

Membership Committee:

The Membership Committee focuses on sourcing contributions from businesses and individual donors. The Membership Committee administers the General Fund and provides members access to special events, merchandise, and marketing opportunities with student-athletes. The Membership Committee also manages the newsletter and handles all alumni-member related questions.

Development Committee:

The Development Committee is committed to the promotion of The 1926 Collective through marketing and empowerment of student-athletes through educational and career development opportunities. The Development Committee is responsible for creating awareness and educating the community on The 1926 Collective and its objectives.

Yes! The Kentucky “Pay to Portray Act” became effective on March 9, 2022, which legalized individuals and entities to compensate student-athletes for their name, image, and likeness, at the market rate for that student-athletes’ name, image, or likeness.

No. The contract amounts vary based on the specific student-athlete and the value or her publicity rights. Each NIL Agreement with The 1926 Collective is individually negotiated and agreed upon by the student-athlete and The 1926 Collective. The 1926 Collective also assists its student-athletes when they desire to enter into third-party NIL Agreements, by which the student-athletes may earn additional compensation.

100%. Our work to set up the collective, including establishing the business, legal work, costs related to connecting student-athletes and businesses, website build, and more are done through the generous monetary support and service provided pro-bono by our founding members. We’ll always be supported by the generous donations of time, talent, and treasure of individuals passionate about our mission. Thank you to everyone who has supported us so far!

No. We are an independent group of alumni and fans. However, we work closely with the Athletic Department to ensure that our deals with student-athletes fully comply with Centre College and NCAA NIL policies and guidelines.

Sure! The 1926 Collective can work with you to arrange specific NIL Agreements or NIL transactions with specific student-athletes, or help match you based on your criteria.

Individuals can contribute monetarily to The 1926 Collective. Once you contribute, you become a member of The 1926 Collective, which gets you access to events, our newsletter, and The 1926 Collective gear at certain contribution levels. All contributions are applied to the general fund. The majority of the funds in the general fund will go to fund NIL deals with student-athletes. Currently, The 1926 Collective’s operating costs have been covered by the generous donations of The 1926 Collective founders. The general fund is administered by our Membership Committee used for promoting The 1926 Collective and compensating the athletes for use of their name, image, or likeness.

Businesses can contact The 1926 Collective about utilizing a specific Centre College student-athlete for advertising, product development and marketing, or for any other legitimate business purpose. We’ll help facilitate the partnership, contract, and payment, taking no fees along the way.

Yes. Please send us an email (info@the1926collective.com) once you contribute if you want your contribution to support a particular Centre College women’s athletic program or athlete.

Some contributions may be tax deductible. Please contact your tax professional for advice on your deductions.

No. Current operating costs are being covered by the generous contributions of the founding members of The 1926 Collective, so 100% of the contributions can go to the student-athletes.

Yes, we are founded as a female-focused organization and committed to providing opportunities to the female student-athletes of Centre College. But who knows? Centre became co-ed in 1926!

Send us an email (info@the1926collective.com) and we can talk!

Anyone who joins to be a member can opt-in to our email list. Or just follow along on Instagram @the1926collective and our website the1926collective.com

Send us an email and let us know!