SMU Giving Day Champions

SMU Giving Day Champions

What will you do in one day?

SMU Giving Day

On this one-day giving challenge, Mustangs across the world unite to support their favorite SMU organizations, causes and initiatives. The power of the collective makes a HUGE impact on the Hilltop and beyond.

Be a champion

Lead the charge by becoming a Giving Day Champion – encouraging your network to give back to the clubs, causes and organizations that mean the most to you. Whether you’re supporting the groups that shaped your career, building a connection with the next generation of Mustangs, or embracing a new passion, your leadership inspires others to join the movement.

Participating Champions are eligible to win prizes and compete in exclusive challenges throughout the day. And it’s easy. Just use our sample social media posts, phone scripts, emails and text templates, and customizable graphics to help spread the word about SMU Giving Day. 

 
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BY THE NUMBERS IN 2024

268
SMU causes benefited

387
Champions helped rally

4,158
Donors gave

6,888
Gifts received

     

$3.4 MILLION RAISED


Champions Guide banner

How to get involved

  • 1.  Check out the causes, funds and organizations listed below, and pick one to three of your favorites.
  • 2.  Sign up here.
  • 3.  Check out this training video to learn about our resources, tips for success and more.
  • 4.  On March 11, spread the word. Post on social media, text or call to encourage your network to make a gift.

Champion your passion

Find the causes that matter most to you. Each cause has a story and a need. Select the cause or causes you would like to champion from the list below. New causes are added daily.
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Your guide to being a Giving Day Champion

On #SMUOneDay, we help Mustangs and Mustang supporters give to their favorite causes. Follow the steps below to achieve SMU Giving Day Champion success.

Champion action plan

 

The SMU team will email you a unique URL to use when you encourage your network to donate to SMU Giving Day. You must use this link to track your individual outreach efforts and be eligible to win prizes like SMU swag and additional challenge funds for the cause of your choice.

 

The Champion toolkit contains:

  • Profile images
  • Cover images
  • General graphics for social media
  • Icons and sticker graphics
  • Image library
  • Email banner
  • Sample language for emails, text messages and social posts

Find the most up-to-date list of SMU Giving Day events in your area, causes and opportunities to unlock matching gifts.

 

Post checklist
  • Be positive. Have fun.
  • Use your unique link.
  • Personalize your message.
  • Always tag #SMUOneDay.
Extra credit
  • “Like,” “favorite,” “share” or “retweet” other #SMUOneDay messages.
  • Send an email to friends. Sample text.

Have questions about SMU Giving Day?

We've got the answers here.