ABOUT US
Fancards is the intersection of sports and payments. From licensed and custom Mastercard gift cards and reloadable debit cards for consumers, to per diem and payment solutions for business, Fancards is an unparalleled provider built to service the entirety of the sports industry.
OUR HISTORY
Fintech For College Fans
In 2015, Lynn Boggs embarked on a quest to find a birthday gift: an Alabama Crimson Tide gift card. After scouring various stores without success, he uncovered a surprising gap in the market—there were no collegiate branded gift cards available. This realization prompted Lynn and his son Greg Boggs to take action. They decided to address this absence in college licensed merchandise and gift cards by founding University Fancards in Birmingham, Alabama.
The first university to partner with Fancards was Alabama. Since then, the company has forged partnerships with over 30 university athletics programs, college football bowl games, and other sports organizations. Their roster of team partners continues to grow and now includes many of the nation’s top programs from prestigious conferences.
Where We Are Now
In 2018, Fancards expanded its product line to include prepaid reloadable cards. This program allows fans to manage their finances and budgets conveniently on the go. Cardholders can use their Fancard anywhere Mastercard is accepted. Fancards offers user-friendly features accessible online and through the Fancards Mobile App. Loading a Fancard is flexible, with options such as direct deposit, cash load, or check loading. Plus, fans can proudly represent their favorite team no matter where they reside.
Recently, Fancards has continued to grow. The company has welcomed new collegiate partners like LSU Tigers, Clemson Tigers, Iowa State Cyclones, and Baylor Bears. Fancards has also expanded its presence in college football bowl games.
In 2023, Fancards launched a new venture, Fancards Payment Solutions, introducing their first-ever software as a service (SaaS) offering, Benjamin by Fancards. Benjamin is tailored for sports organizations and businesses with complex payment needs. This launch was part of an internal restructuring aimed at streamlining Fancards’ product lines. Benjamin is already trusted by a Major League Baseball franchise, a major college NIL collective, youth sports academies, and other businesses.
Fancards In The Media
RELOADABLE CARDS
Prepaid Debit Mastercard® for everyday spending
We partner with more than 25 top-tier college athletic programs to provide fans with more ways to pay. No matter where you are, your Fancard Prepaid Mastercard always has you covered.
Your prepaid card is packed with game-changing features:
- Use everywhere Debit Mastercard is accepted.
- Use for everyday spending or budgeting.
- It comes with the Fancards Mobile App.
- Multiple ways to load funds
GIFT CARDS
Fandom For Any Occasion
University Fancards number one goal is simple: give college sports fans the best way to pay with team pride. That’s why we introduced the Fancard Gift Mastercard. Fancard gift cards let you celebrate and share your favorite teams on any occasion.
You can find our gift cards in more than 20,000 retail locations across the nation. Even if you live outside of your favorite team’s area, you can purchase gift cards online. Online purchases can be sent via mail or virtually and customized with a personal message to the recipient.
- Use everywhere Debit Mastercard® is accepted.
- Load between $20 – $500.
- The perfect gift for every Fan.
GIFT CARD RETAIL PARTNERS
