James Franklin Virginia Tech Signing Day 2026
NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) fundraising is critical to the roster-building efforts of new Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin, shown here on Signing Day on December 3, 2025. (Ivan Morozov)

Note: As of December 24, 2025, the matching funds donation has increased to $500,000. We have updated this page to reflect the new information.

With NIL taking center stage at Virginia Tech with the hiring of James Franklin, "The Hokie Way" has launched its year-ending "Stone-by-Stone" fundraising campaign, which runs through January 5, 2026.

Notes on the campaign:

  • This campaign is critical to James Franklin's efforts to build a championship roster.
  • All donations are tax-deductible, giving you a chance to get one more deduction before year's end.
  • The first $500,000 in donations received by 1/5/2026 will be matched by generous donors.

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