Philanthropy

Overview

We believe rugby is a sport for everyone. Whether you are a player or a fan, rugby is a game that is enjoyed by all. USA Rugby is committed to making rugby fun and accessible at all levels of play across the country.

Our fundraising activities support rugby youth initiatives, coaching and referee development, and build world-class athletes through our USA National Teams.

We rely on people like you: our friends, fans and corporate donors. It is only through your passion, dedication, and involvement that we can achieve our goals. To learn more about how to become involved, please visit our Show Your Support and Get Involved pages.

About Us

Philanthropic Mission Statement

Our philanthropic mission is to support, promote, develop and grow the sport of rugby at all levels in the United States.

References

501(c)(3)

USA Rugby Trust 2016 Form 990

Official Philanthropic Partner

USA Rugby is proud to be the official philanthropic partner of the Rugby Business Network, the world’s biggest and most influential network for senior business people with a passion for rugby.

Our Corporate Partners

Special thanks to our corporate partners who have assisted us with events across the globe to grow and develop rugby domestically.

Leadership

Staff

Staff

Chris Reed
Chris Reed
Chief Development Officer

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Chris has been a fundraiser in higher education for more than 13 years and was the head rugby coach for both men’s and women’s programs at the same college for 15 years. He has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Johnson State College in Vermont. Chris also served as a rugby administrator at the local and regional levels in New England for nearly 20 years and helped to establish the state based youth rugby organization in New Hampshire. He is a current rugby referee and old boy player, and organizes a free summer touch rugby league annually. When not on or near the rugby pitch, Chris and his family enjoy camping, hiking, fly fishing and spending as much time enjoying the outdoors together as possible.

Chris can be reached at creed@usarugby.org or 720-508-8007.

Amanda Lubeck
Amanda Lubeck
Communications Manager

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Amanda received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder and her master’s degree in sports marketing from the University of Colorado at Denver. Prior to taking on this role, Amanda worked as an editor and publications manager. Outside of work she enjoys attending sporting events and concerts in the Denver area, hiking, snowboarding and spending time with her friends and family, including her dog, Simba.

Amanda can be reached at alubeck@usarugby.org or 720-508-8037.