🎉 Spread the Word 🐯❤️🐯❤️

For 1,869 minutes, Tigers everywhere come together to make the 1869 Challenge roar. And here's the secret ingredient: you.

Below, grab sample messages, graphics, and social posts to rally your friends, family, fellow Tigers, anyone who'll listen. A post from someone who loves Trinity hits differently than a generic ask, so don't just copy-paste. Make it yours. Tell them why Trinity matters to you, brag about what you love supporting, or paint the picture of what today's students get to experience because people like you show up.

Grab a template, add your own flavor, and hit send. Let's make some noise for Trinity! 🎉

Why It Matters

You've got something no algorithm can replicate: a real connection to Trinity. Every share passes that spirit on to the next generation of students. Not bad for one post.

Optional: Use your custom link. 
If you’d like to ensure your outreach is tracked, share your unique link. This shows you the difference you’re making as an advocate. Need to sign up for a link? Simply go here and Become an Advocate/Volunteer.   

Social Media Posts

Photos are a great way to make your 1869 Challenge outreach feel personal. Consider sharing a favorite Trinity memory, a photo from your student days, or an image connected to the area you’re supporting.

Whenever possible, choose photos that show the people, experiences, and communities that made Trinity meaningful to you. You can also pair an old Trinity photo with a current student or campus image to show how today’s Tigers are continuing the traditions and experiences alumni remember.

Not sure what to post on social? Try one of these prompts:

• “Throwing it back to [YEAR/EVENT]…”
• “One of my favorite Trinity memories…”
• “Trinity gave me the opportunity to…”
• “I’m supporting [AREA] during the 1869 Challenge because…”
• Trinity’s #1869Challenge is here! Make a difference for Trinity students by making a gift at [INSERT UNIQUE GIVING LINK].

Be sure to use our hashtag! #1869Challenge

Questions? Reach out to us at trinityfund@trinity.edu.

Personalized Messages

• Hey [Name]! I’m supporting Trinity’s 1869 Challenge this year and thought of you. I’m giving to [AREA] because [PERSONAL REASON]. If you’d like to join me, here’s my link: [LINK]

• Hi [Name]! I’m participating in Trinity’s 1869 Challenge and supporting [AREA/PROGRAM], which meant a lot to me during my time there. If Trinity holds a special place for you too, I hope you’ll consider joining me: [LINK]

• Hi [Name]! We’re in the final stretch of Trinity’s 1869 Challenge. If you’ve been meaning to make a gift, there’s still time to join me in supporting today’s Tigers. Every gift helps, and every Tiger who participates adds to the impact: [LINK]

Email Templates

Email 1 — Launch

Subject: Join Me for Trinity’s 1869 Challenge

[First Name],

Trinity’s 1869 Challenge is here, and I’m proud to be joining Tigers everywhere in supporting today’s students.

For 1,869 minutes, the Trinity community comes together to support the people, programs, and experiences that make a Trinity education so meaningful. Every gift, no matter the size, helps create opportunities for current students and carries that experience forward for the next generation.

I’m supporting [AREA/PROGRAM] because [PERSONAL REASON OR TRINITY CONNECTION], and I hope you’ll consider joining me.

Make your 1869 Challenge gift: [UNIQUE GIVING LINK]

Thank you for being part of the Trinity community and for all the ways you continue to support today’s Tigers.

[Name]

Email 2 — Personal Connection / Why I Give

Subject: Why I’m Supporting Trinity Today

[First Name],

One of the things I value most about my Trinity experience is [MEMORY, PROGRAM, PROFESSOR, ORGANIZATION, OR EXPERIENCE].

That’s why I’m participating in this year’s 1869 Challenge.

Our experiences at Trinity may look different, but they’re connected by the opportunities, relationships, and communities that helped shape our time on campus. Supporting Trinity today helps make those same kinds of meaningful experiences possible for current and future students.

If Trinity made an impact on you, I hope you’ll join me with a gift of any size during the 1869 Challenge.

Give here: [UNIQUE GIVING LINK]

Together, we can help today’s students make their own Trinity memories and carry that experience forward.

[Name]

Email 3 — Momentum / Reminder

Subject: There’s Still Time to Join the 1869 Challenge

[First Name],

The 1869 Challenge is underway, and Tigers everywhere are coming together to support today’s Trinity students.

There’s still time to be part of it.

Every gift adds to the collective impact of the Trinity community, helping strengthen the programs, opportunities, and experiences that students count on throughout their time on campus.

I chose to support [AREA/PROGRAM], and I’d love for you to join me by giving to an area of Trinity that matters to you.

Make your gift: [UNIQUE GIVING LINK]

No matter where or how you choose to give, your participation helps show today’s students that the Trinity community continues to show up for them.

Thank you!

[Name]

Email 4 — Final Hours

Subject: Final Hours: Make Your 1869 Challenge Gift

[First Name],

There are just a few hours left in Trinity’s 1869 Challenge, and there’s still time to make an impact for today’s students.

For 1,869 minutes, Tigers have been coming together to support the programs, experiences, and opportunities that make Trinity special. Every gift, no matter the size, is part of that collective support.

If you haven’t had a chance to participate, I hope you’ll join me before the Challenge ends.

Give now: [UNIQUE GIVING LINK]

Together, we can help ensure today’s students have the opportunities to learn, connect, grow, and create Trinity experiences of their own.

Thank you for supporting Trinity and the next generation of Tigers.

[Name]

Use your custom link. 
If you’d like to ensure your outreach is tracked, share your unique link. This shows you the difference you’re making as an advocate. Need to sign up for a link? Simply go here and Become an Advocate/Volunteer.