Michigan State University Athletics
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Justin Hairston
- Title:
- Development, Gift Officer
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Justin Hairston joined the Spartan Athletic Foundation in August 2026 as a Gift Officer. He manages a portfolio of donors to help secure major gift contributions in support of Michigan State Athletics.
Prior to joining the Spartan Athletic Foundation, Hairston spent five years with the Mizzou Athletics Fund at the University of Missouri, most recently serving as Director of Development. In that role, he managed a portfolio of donors across annual giving, major gifts, and premium seating while also serving as the development liaison for the cross country and track & field programs. During his time at Missouri, Hairston also held roles in sport-specific giving and fiscal operations.
A native of Detroit, Michigan, he was a member of the men's basketball program at Tiffin University where he earned a bachelor's degree in business administration. He later earned his MBA from the University of Detroit Mercy.
Prior to joining the Spartan Athletic Foundation, Hairston spent five years with the Mizzou Athletics Fund at the University of Missouri, most recently serving as Director of Development. In that role, he managed a portfolio of donors across annual giving, major gifts, and premium seating while also serving as the development liaison for the cross country and track & field programs. During his time at Missouri, Hairston also held roles in sport-specific giving and fiscal operations.
A native of Detroit, Michigan, he was a member of the men's basketball program at Tiffin University where he earned a bachelor's degree in business administration. He later earned his MBA from the University of Detroit Mercy.
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