Cougar Collective

08/11/2026

🚌 The link for Ol’ Crimson’s Back Home Bus is NOW LIVE! 🐾

The website has been updated with all the details you need to plan your game day travel to Pullman with ease. Get ready to pack Martin Stadium this season!

Here is what you need to know:
📍 Expanded Routes: Walla Walla has officially been added as a pick-up location, joining returning favorites Spokane and Tri-Cities!
🎟 Ticket Price: $69 per ticket.
🤝 Supporting WSU Student Athletes: A portion of all proceeds goes directly to the Cougar Collective's General NIL Fund. Last year, the Ol' Crimson Back Home Bus generated over $2,000 for our student-athletes!

Don't wait to reserve your seat! Grab your tickets here: https://starlinecollection.com/event/wsu-back-home-bus/ 🚩🏈

(Did we mention you can enjoy Ol' Crimson Lager, Ol' Crimson 509 IPA, and the Ol' Crimson Cocktail on the bus?? 😘)

08/07/2026

Washington State Baseball out here hitting 🚀s on #5

08/05/2026

🚨 COUNTDOWN: AUCTION CLOSES TOMORROW NIGHT! 🚨

Coug Nation, the 2026 CougsFirst! QB Classic Online Auction is entering its final hours! Bidding officially shuts down TOMORROW, Thursday, August 6th at 7:30 PM PDT.

Every bid and direct donation funds Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities through CougsFirst! & the Cougar Collective, ensuring WSU student-athletes have the resources to succeed on and off the field.

🏆 Top Featured Items Closing Tomorrow:
🍷 Cougar I-XII Vertical Set – Rare collector's wine set (Pick-up only)
⛳ Stay & Play Package at Alderbrook Resort – The ultimate Pacific Northwest getaway
🏈 WSU Ultimate Homecoming Experience – VIP access for Pullman's biggest weekend
🍽️ Dinner with Jack Thompson at Black Cypress – An unforgettable evening with "The Throwin' Samoan"

💡 Ways You Can Help Before 7:30 PM PDT Tomorrow:

Place Your Bids: Secure one-of-a-kind experiences and memorabilia.

Make a Direct Gift: Don't see an item for you? Use the link to make a contribution directly to the campaign.

Share This Post: Help us reach alumni and Coug fans everywhere! (Tag a friend who might share in the cost/experience??)

Note: Shipping is not included for non-attendees, alcohol packages are pick-up only, and there are 5 exclusive items that are "preview-only" for the live VIP Dinner on Aug 7.

👉 Set your alarms, place your bids, or make a gift now:
https://givebutter.com/c/cougsfirst-qb-classic-2026-pef2vi/auction

Go Cougs! 🐾

08/05/2026

Just trying to do our part, in any way we can! 🐾🍻

SPOKANE, Wash. -- Many in our community are pivoting to help those in need from the devastating Spokane Firestorm and Brick West Brewing is no exception.

08/05/2026

Today’s the day we come together. 🌲❤️ The Ol’ Crimson is officially on tap at Brick West Brewing Co.!

As our region continues to navigate the devastating impact of this weekend’s wildfires, today’s gathering is about much more than a beer release, it’s about standing shoulder-to-shoulder with our neighbors when they need it most.

Today, from 4-7 PM, $1 from EVERY pint of sold will be donated directly to the Innovia Foundation’s Spokane Complex Wildfire Response Fund. These dollars go straight to local organizations providing immediate relief, emergency shelter, and long-term recovery for affected families.

We know a gathering like this is a small gesture in the face of profound loss, but we hope today offers a space for our community to reconnect, support one another, and give back.

📍 Where: Brick West Brewing - 1318 W 1st Ave, Spokane, WA

⏰ When: 4-7 PM

👉 Can't make it in person? You can still support local families directly by donating here: https://bit.ly/4hd0j92

08/04/2026

🍻Drinking good beer for an even greater cause? Feels like a no-brainer!

https://www.kxly.com/video/brick-west-brewing-supporting-fire-victims-with-new-beer/video_6f112792-dd3e-5a0b-9763-94e11ccffc5a.html

📍Brick West Brewing Co. (1318 W. 1st Ave)
🗓️ Wednesday (8/5)
⏰ 4-7 pm

We’ll see you tomorrow!

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08/03/2026

Our hearts are heavy as so many of our neighbors across the Spokane area navigate the devastating impact of this weekend’s wildfires. 💔

We know that no single event can undo the immense loss our community is facing, but we want to do what we can to support the people who call the 509 home.

During Wednesday’s Ol’ Crimson 509 IPA Release Party, Brick West Brewing and The Cougar Collective will donate $1 from every pint of Ol’ Crimson 509 IPA sold to the Innovia Foundation’s Spokane Complex Wildfire Response Fund. These dollars will go directly toward local organizations providing immediate relief and long-term recovery efforts for those affected.

While we know this is a small gesture in the face of such heartbreak, we hope Wednesday’s gathering offers our community a meaningful way to come together and take care of our neighbors.

📍 When: Wednesday (8/5) 4-7 pm
📍 Where: Brick West Brewing Co.
👉 If you can't make it in person but still want to help, you can donate directly to the Innovia Foundation here: https://bit.ly/4hd0j92

Innovia Foundation

07/31/2026

Coug Nation, it’s time to step up for our student-athletes! 🐾

The 2026 CougsFirst! QB Classic Online Auction is officially NOW LIVE! Every dollar raised goes directly to CougsFirst! & the Cougar Collective to support Washington State University Athletics student-athletes on and off the field.

Not looking to bid on items? You can still make a massive impact by making a direct donation through the campaign link!

Here is a preview of a few incredible items up for grabs:

🍷 Cougar I-XII Vertical Set (Pick-up only)
⛳ Stay & Play Package at Alderbrook Resort
🏈 WSU Ultimate Homecoming Experience
🍽️ Dinner with Jack Thompson at Black Cypress
And SOOO much more!

📋 Key Auction Details Before You Bid:
👀 In-Person VIP Exclusives: 5 featured items on the site are preview-only and will be auctioned in person during the CougsFirst! QB Classic VIP Dinner.
📦 Shipping & Delivery: Anyone can bid in the silent auction! If you won't be at the QB Classic, pickup or shipping must be arranged following the event. Please note: Shipping costs are not included in the bid price.
🍷 Alcohol Items: Any packages containing alcohol are pick-up only due to state regulations.

Whether you're bidding, donating directly, or sharing this post with fellow Cougs, your support makes a direct impact.

👉 Browse items, bid, or donate here:
https://givebutter.com/c/cougsfirst-qb-classic-2026-pef2vi/auction

Go Cougs! 🐾

07/31/2026

RELEASE PARTY!

The launch party is free to attend!

📅 August 5, 2026
⏰ 4-7 pm
📍Brick West Brewery: 1318 W 1st Ave, Spokane, WA 99201

Need another reason to attend?? Probably not, but we'll give you one! Coug Alum Derek Deis 4 News Now will be on the mic to emcee the event!

SPOKANE, Wash - Washington State Cougar fans can sip a new IPA this fall, knowing it also supports the future of WSU athletics.