A New Way to Grow NIL Through Business Partnerships

NIL Payments helps universities create a sustainable stream of NIL support by connecting with businesses already affiliated with their programs.

Turn Everyday Business Into Ongoing NIL Support

NIL Payments works with universities to build a network of participating businesses. Through this model, everyday payment processing becomes a source of consistent NIL funding while strengthening relationships with local and affiliated businesses.

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Sustainable Model

Create recurring NIL support through real business activity

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Stronger Connections

Engage businesses already connected to your program

How It Works

Simple. Scalable. Built for Long-Term Growth.

Identify Business Network

We work with your team to connect with businesses that support or are affiliated with your university.

Merchant Onboarding

NIL Payments provides payment processing solutions designed to match or improve your current setup.

Generate NIL Funding

A portion of payment processing revenue is directed back to your NIL collective.

Deliver Added Value

Participating businesses may receive access to perks and partnership opportunities based on your program.

Why Universities Partner With NIL Payments

Designed to Deliver Long-Term Value

NIL Payments provides a scalable way to grow NIL support without adding operational complexity.

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Create consistent, recurring NIL funding

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Strengthen relationships with local and affiliated businesses

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Offer added value to participating merchants

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Expand your NIL program with a scalable model

Built for Flexibility

Every Partnership is Unique

We understand that each university and NIL collective operates differently. Our model is designed to adapt to your structure, allowing flexibility in how partnerships are built and how merchant benefits are offered.

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Custom Approach

Tailored to your program and goals

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Flexible Benefits

Merchant perks vary by partnership

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Backed by Trusted Technology

NIL Payments partners with Evolv, a leader in payment processing with decades of experience supporting businesses nationwide. This partnership ensures reliable systems, secure transactions, and a smooth experience for both universities and merchants.

Built on Experience and Relationships

Hunter Gilliam

Founder & CEO, NIL Payments

Steve Harlar

Mid-Atlantic Partner, Evolv

Build a Stronger NIL Program Through Business Partnerships

NIL Payments creates a new way for universities to grow NIL support while strengthening connections with the businesses that already support their programs.

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