SUPPORTING & PARTNERING WITH
rutgers Student-Athletes
Knights of The Raritan (KTR) was created for all student-athletes that represent Rutgers University. KTR’s mission is to provide those student-athletes with the resources and opportunities they deserve during their time On The Banks.
KTR was formed to provide innovative ways for student-athletes to earn experience, develop philanthropy and benefit from compensation while at Rutgers University. The alumni and supporters of Knights of The Raritan are committed to giving current and future Scarlet Knights the opportunity to leverage their name, image and likeness during their time in New Brunswick and Piscataway, while partnering with one of the nation’s largest alumni networks.
ADVISORY Board
Help Empower Rutgers Student-Athletes
Fans of Rutgers now have the opportunity to support Scarlet Knight student-athletes directly by joining the Knights of The Raritan. Each membership level offers exclusive benefits, and contributions can be designated by a specific sport, with funds being allocated equally among all participating team members.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
85%. Knights of The Raritan keeps its overhead costs as low as possible, but must cover expenses related to IT, legal, marketing materials, content creation, student athletes education, fan engagement experiences, and bookkeeping. The Board of Directors review finances on an ongoing basis to ensure funds are spent in ways that most benefit the athletes.
Yes, Knights of The Raritan members can denote what sport and their respective student-athletes contributions will be earmarked for. Members can also contact us directly to set up activations with their favorite student athlete(s).
Individuals and businesses interested in giving larger contributions to Knights of The Raritan can contact us directly at henry@knightsoftheraritan.com. Contributions can be specified for specific sports, programs and activations.
No, contracts vary based on the specific athlete and the requirements of the contributor and/or activation. Each deal is individually negotiated and agreed upon by the student-athletes. That being said, Knights of The Raritan seeks to provide equal opportunities for both male and female student-athletes.
No, contracts are not exclusive. We want all Rutgers student-athletes to thrive under NIL and take advantage of every opportunity that comes their way.
Knights of The Raritan offers Rutgers student-athletes near limitless opportunities to engage in NIL activations, including: autograph signings, social media promotions, camps and clinics, charity events, special appearances, product reviews, commercials, NFTs, and many more! The types of opportunities student-athletes engage in are determined by contributors and our board of directors and advisors.
Yes – businesses and individuals can request specific NIL deals with athletes. Contact us at henry@knightsoftheraritan.com to get started.
Contracts are limited in time and scope to provide protection for contributor funds in situations where a student athletes transfers.
No, the collective is not affiliated with the university in any way. It is a third party created to work with Rutgers student-athletes. The university is prohibited by state law from arranging third-party compensation for student-athletes as it relates to NIL contracts.
Student-athletes cannot enter into deals that promote alcohol, drugs, pharmaceuticals, political advertising, pornography, gambling or betting, or other opportunities that go against Rutgers’ values. Additionally, there must be quid-pro-quo between the athlete and an individual or business. Knights of The Raritan seeks to create a wide range of NIL opportunities for student-athletes that help them grow as young men and women, while also giving supporters an opportunity to interact with student-athletes in unique ways.
Email us at henry@knightsoftheraritan.com and we will be happy to assist.
