About Us
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History
Ohio State Crew was founded in 1978 and our first boats launched in September of 1979. A decade later, the Buckeye Rowing Alumni Association (BRAA) was created to connect team members and coaches with former rowers, coxswains, and coaches. It began the legacy of giving from alumni, coordinated the annual Winter Dinner Dance and began the foundation of alumni support of the team.
Over the years, the BRAA continued to expand its support of the team including assistance in coach searches and expansion of financial support. In 2020, BRAA was restructured into the Friends of Ohio State Crew (FOSC), expanded as an organization that not only celebrates and conducts outreach with alumni but also actively seeks out the support of friends of the team outside the alumni. FOSC aims to bring professional support, both financial and strategic, to the team and raise the profile of Ohio State Crew.
Our Vision
Competitive excellence on and off the water.
Our Mission
The Friends of Ohio State Crew fosters a community of alumni, parents, and supporters to elevate Ohio State Crew to national contention and enhance the experience of Ohio State Crew’s student athletes.
Friends of Ohio State Crew Annual Report
Want to know more about what our organization has been up to this past year? To see updates on fundraising, support of the team, FOSC events, and more, view our 2023 - 2024 ANNUAL REPORT.​​
Finances
The Friends of Ohio State Crew is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, EIN 31-1758216.
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Board Members
The Friends of Ohio State Crew is governed by members of the board.
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Chairs
Chair positions are appointed by the Board members to help accomplish the mission of Friends of Ohio State Crew. Chair positions are non-voting roles.
Committee Members
Committee Members of The Friends of Ohio State crew are non-voting members who support The Ohio State Crew coach and officers.
