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HOW TO HELP AS AN AMBASSADOR

 

We want you to be involved in any way you can. Whether it’s sharing your Shocker Pride to celebrate our past or announcing a pledge to better our future – it all makes a difference.

Download the Ambassador Toolkit and get started today!

EMAIL:

Use these prompts and instructions to elevate your email communication to your networks.

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MATCHING GIFT OPPORTUNITIES:

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GIVING DAY GRAPHICS:

These icons can be placed on top of your own images, or the graphics can be shared individually. We encourage you to make your posts your own and help share why your cause is important to you! People are more inclined to help someone they know when solicited.

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INSTAGRAM STORIES STICKERS

Click the sticker icon in Instagram stories and search for “Wichita State” or “WSU Founders Day” to add these stickers and more to your stories.

 

How to help:

 

We want you to be involved in any way you can. Whether it’s sharing your Shocker Pride to celebrate our past or announcing a pledge to better our future – it all makes a difference.

1.
Make your gift on Founders’ Day. Visit wichita.edu/givingday to make your gift to an area that means the most to you.
2.
Post to your social networks. This is a huge part of being an ambassador. You can find sample posts and images to use across your platforms within this toolkit.
3.
Send emails. Use the email template provided and customize it to your specific cause and personal experience.
4.
Tune in. Log into your social media platforms and see what Shocker Nation is sharing on Founders’ Day. Share content, leave a comment and see how others are celebrating Wichita State.

SPREAD THE WORD

Social Media Posts:

General Posting Tips and Ideas:

  • Use the hashtag #GiveWSU and #ShockersGive in your social media posts!
  • Tag the WSU Foundation Facebook (@), Instagram (@), Twitter (@) and LinkdedIn (@) accounts in your posts
  • Share posts from the WSU Foundation Instagram account to your story.
  • Retweet posts from the WSU Foundation Twitter page.
  • Share your unique fundraising page directly with your networks.
  • Make your posts unique! We have suggested copy below, but your posts should reflect your voice – don’t be afraid to share your why.

Use these prompts or create your own as an easy way to share to your networks. Don’t forget to include where you’re making your gift!

Social Media Prompts:

  • Save the Date:

    • Save the Date! September 14 is WSU’s first annual Founders’ Day of Giving. Join Shocker Nation for this 24-hour event to help support the scholarships and programs that create opportunities for thousands of students at Wichita State. #GiveWSU
  • Tomorrow is the Day:

    • Founders’ Day of Giving is nearly here! Join me tomorrow for the 24-hour fundraising event as Shocker Nation comes together to celebrate our past and invest in our future. #ShockersGive
    • Ready to invest in the future of Wichita State? Good news, tomorrow is the day to do it! Join Shocker Nation for our first annual Founders’ Day of Giving. Your support will help create opportunities for thousands of students at Wichita State. #GiveWSU
  • Today is the Day:

    • Today is the day! Starting now we need all WSU alumni, family and friends to celebrate our history and invest in our future for our first annual Founders’ Day of Giving. Show your Shocker Pride and support the program that means the most to you! Visit wichita.edu/GivingDay and #GiveWSU.
    • It’s Wichita State University’s Founders’ Day of Giving! I made a gift to (area of giving), and you should, too. Visit wichita.edu/GivingDay. #GiveWSU
    • It’s Wichita State’s first annual Founders’ Day of Giving – join me in making a gift today toward (area of giving) at wichita.edu/GivingDay. #GiveWSU
    • Join Shocker Nation and share your WSU pride by making a gift for Founders’ Day of Giving! Visit wichita.edu/GivingDay and #GiveWSU
    • What do you love about Wichita State? Support it with a gift today and join Shocker Nation’s first annual Founders’ Day of Giving. Visit wichita.edu/GivingDay. #ShockersGive
  • Day-of:

    • There are only a few hours left to give on WSU’s Founders’ Day of Giving! Check out our areas of need and help us reach our goal before time runs out. wichita.edu/GivingDay #ShockersGive #GiveWSU

Email Prompts:

  • WSU’s Founders’ Day of Giving is here!

    Subject Line: WSU’s Founders’ Day of Giving is here!

    Dear (insert name),

    Today is Wichita State’s first annual Founders’ Day of Giving, and I want you to join me in supporting (giving area you are passionate about).

    I’m supporting (giving area) because (insert why this area matters to you).

    Shocker Nation can accomplish even more with our combined contributions. Would you join with me in supporting (giving area) at Wichita State?

    Make a gift. [LINKED]

    Thank you for your consideration to support this project!

    All the best,

    (Your Name)

  • Join us on Founder’s Day!

    Subject line: Join us on Founder’s Day!

    Dear (insert name),

    Wichita State’s first annual Founder’s Day of Giving is quickly approaching, and I would be honored if you joined me in supporting (giving area you are passionate about).

    (Talk about why you are supporting this giving area. What is it/what does it do? Why is it important to you? How do you think it will benefit from a gift?)

    Shockers can accomplish even more with our combined gifts. Would you join with me in supporting (giving area) at Wichita State?

    Make a gift. [LINKED]

    Thank you for your support!

    All the best,

    (Your Name)


Giving Day Icons and Graphics

These icons can be placed on top of your own images, or the graphics can be shared individually. We encourage you to make your posts your own and help share why your cause is important to you! People are more inclined to help someone they know when solicited.

Logos & Emblems        Download all