Champions Ball
Every two years, loyal UND fans come together to celebrate the heart of UND Athletics: our student-athletes.
The North Dakota Champions Ball is the largest signle fundraiser for UND Athletics. Guests enjoy an evening of live music, dancing, and an auction featuring exclusive UND items and once-in-a-lifetime experiences.Proceeds support student-athlete scholarships and ensuring continued success across all programs.
2026 Event Highlights
The 2026 North Dakota Champions Ball presented by Altru brought together more than 900 passionate UND supporters for a memorable night.Thanks to the incredible generosity of participants, the event raised a record-breaking $473,000 to support student-athletes who bring pride, energy, and excellence to the University of North Dakota.
You could feel something special in the room that night and that is reflected in this truly amazing Champions Ball record.Bill ChavesDirector of Athletics
“The Champions Ball is a wonderful opportunity for our student-athletes to see UND fans are not only passionately cheering from the stands but are also willing to match their vocal support with financial support,” said Bill Chaves, UND Director of Athletics. “You could feel something special in the room that night and that is reflected in this truly amazing Champions Ball record.”
