5 Success Tips for Advocates

  1. Share your “why.” When you create a personal Day for Saint Leo plea, be sure to explain why you are giving to Saint Leo and why others should do the same. It’s also important to be specific with it. Your peers will want to know how their donations will have an impact. Your why could be as simple as, “because there are students who want to attend Saint Leo but do not have the financial resources to attend” or “because I want future generations of students to receive the same great values-based education that I received.”
  2. Set a reasonable goal or challenge. Your peers are more likely to give if they believe your goal can be easily attained. Encourage giving by setting a realistic participation and giving number. This should be based on how many people you know and what you believe they are capable of giving.
  3. Make a list of everyone who would support you. Once you have your “why,” make a list of everyone who might be interested in supporting you. In addition to fellow alumni, consider others who might want to support Saint Leo. Perhaps a friend at your church or connections in a professional development organization you belong to would be interested in supporting the university. Saint Leo’s mission to provide a values-based education to people from all walks of life resonates with so many.
  4. Spread the word across many channels. While posting about a Day for Saint Leo on social media is probably the easiest way to get the word out, consider other opportunities to connect with your network. Send personal emails to people you know or use Day For Saint Leo as a nice reason to have a phone conversation or a virtual coffee with an old friend. The more personal connections you make, the greater success you’ll have.
  5. Get creative. In addition to personal asks, consider organizing a fundraiser on the day to raise money. For example, consider hosting a virtual mixer and ask everyone to donate $25 to attend. If you are good at arts and crafts, another idea might be to sell your creative works for a cause. After you cover your costs, donate the proceeds to Saint Leo.