About

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The Friends of the Million Dollar Band was established in the spring of 2015 and currently has close to 300 members.

Our Mission

  • Assist, support, and promote The University of Alabama Million Dollar Band.

Our Vision

  • Recruit talented students to the band
  • Provide financial assistance to MDB members through the Friends of the Million Dollar Band Endowed Scholarship
  • Provide financial support for instrument purchase, repair, and maintenance
  • Help secure funds for the band’s activities
  • Serve as an advisory group to the Dean on matters related to the needs of the Million Dollar Band and the growth and development of the Friends endowment

Life as a Board Member

The organization meets twice a year: The fall meeting is held on Alumni Band Weekend. The spring meeting is the Saturday morning of Alabama’s spring practice game, A-Day. Save the dates are emailed with more details closer to time. Members can join Friends committees of their choice.

By Joining

You, along with other alumni, parents, and supporters, will play a lasting role in ensuring the professionalism and tradition of the Million Dollar Band.

How to Join

Join by mailing your annual contribution of $100 per person to The University of Alabama, College of Arts and Sciences, Box 870268, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487.

Or join online at give.ua.edu. (Note: If the form doesn’t auto-populate, select “College of Arts and Sciences” and then the fund “Friends of the Million Dollar Band.”)