Anchor Impact, Vanderbilt's transformational collective, represents a pioneering initiative designed to empower and uplift Commodore student-athletes. Our core mission is to provide unwavering support, resources and opportunities for their holistic development while fostering a passionate community that celebrates their achievements and personal growth.
Join us on this transformative journey, where your involvement becomes instrumental in shaping the future of our student-athletes, ensuring their success in both on and off the field -- and in their lives beyond Vanderbilt.
As an Anchor Impact member, you gain exclusive privileges and benefits offering deeper engagement with our student-athletes, coaches, staff and the entire Vanderbilt community. Access behind-the-scenes content, exclusive events, unique merchandise, and personalized experiences, creating an unparalleled connection with our student-athletes' journey. You also become a catalyst for change, redefining the landscape of collegiate athletics and showcasing the potential impact of NIL on our student-athletes' lives.
Join the mission of Anchor Impact to support our student-athletes and elevate Vanderbilt Athletics to new heights. Together, we will create a lasting legacy. Become a member today and be part of this impactful journey.
LEADERSHIP
Leading the way in impactful partnerships
Anchor Impact is proud to have a diverse and distinguished group of supporters. Composed of community and business leaders, Vanderbilt supporters and prominent alumni, these leaders are known for their business acumen, community involvement, and transformational giving. We’re honored and thankful to have their expertise, wisdom, and support.
GENERAL MANAGER
D'Juan Epps
OUR AMBASSADORS
Meet a few of Vanderbilt’s finest former student-athletes
Anchor Impact ambassadors are former Vanderbilt student-athletes, many of whom are still active in their sport at the professional level. We’re honored to have these athletes volunteer their time to help us raise awareness, advocate for our community, and create new opportunities for engagement.
Are you a business or individual that wants to work with a specific athlete?
Student-Athletes are available to do social media posts, attend events, sign autographs, or a variety of other marketing activities. If you are interested, please contact [email protected]
At present, a minimum of 85% of contributions to Anchor Impact go directly to the Vanderbilt University student-athletes. This is attained by keeping the Collective’s costs low while operational functions including IT, legal, marketing materials, content creation, student-athlete education, bookkeeping, and fan engagement experiences. A Board of Directors consisting of alumni, school officials, and local business leaders review the finances of the Collective on a regular basis to ensure funds are spent in ways that benefit the student-athletes.
Yes, Anchor Impact members can direct their contribution to a sport, an athlete(s), or the entirety of all student-athletes. Members can also use membership digital platform or contact us directly to use their contribution for a collaboration with a specific student-athlete(s).
Individuals and businesses interested in giving larger contributions (greater than $1,000 per annum) to Anchor Impact can contact us directly at [email protected]. For larger contributions, we offer customized solutions to support the personal or professional needs of the contributor.
The beauty of NIL is that it has created a community where student-athletes, fans, and business leaders can connect, collaborate, and create amazing things together. As a member of Anchor Impact, you have the ability to connect directly with your favorite student-athlete and propose their engagement with a marketing partnership, promotional collaboration, or a personal video birthday message to their number one fan. If you have questions or need a little help, just reach out so that we can help form the best partnership possible.
Anchor Impact offers student-athletes near limitless opportunities to engage in collaborations including autograph signings, social media promotions, camps and clinics, charity events, special appearances, commercials, and many more.
The value of a marketing collaboration varies based on the popularity of the student-athlete, her/his marketability, the type of activity, and their schedule and availability. If you connect with a Student-Athlete using the Anchor Impact portal, their specific rates will be posted. If you require a more customized solution, we are happy to help facilitate a marketing collaboration at the most appropriate market rate.
Absolutely. It is our mission to ensure that every student-athlete has the ability to benefit from their name, image, and likeness. While some receive financial remuneration, many others benefit through support of alumni, the local business community, and supporters of the athletic program. We strive to create financial opportunities for every student-athlete, but we also seek opportunities for student-athletes to network, pursue career pathways, and discover experiences manifested through their experience as a student-athlete.
All contracts with student-athletes are limited in time and scope to provide protection for contributor funds in situations where a student-athlete transfers or leaves the University. In any situation, the Collective is involved in helping to facilitate a smooth transition.
Anchor Impact is not affiliated with the university in any way. In fact, the University is prohibited by state law from arranging third-party compensation for student-athletes as it relates to NIL. Anchor Impact is a third party entity, governed by a Board of Directors, that supports the needs of the student-athletes through an engaging and collaborative partnership between the fans, alumni, and business community.
Student-athletes cannot enter into deals that promote alcohol, drugs, pharmaceuticals, political advertising, pornography, gambling (or betting), or other opportunities that compromise the values of Vanderbilt University. Additionally, there must be quantifiable value between a student-athlete and an individual or business when a collaboration is executed and completed.
Visit anchorimpact.com and access your Account Page. On this page, you can pause or cancel your membership. If you have questions or need help, please contact [email protected]
