Held each year on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, Giving Tuesday is an international day of generosity in support of non-profits and colleges. Alumni, parents, partners, and friends can support the Saint Mary's Fund or any area at our college.
Giving Tuesday is December 2—Here’s How You Can Make an Impact at Saint Mary’s
Saint Mary’s joins thousands of colleges and nonprofits around the world for Giving Tuesday on December 2—a global day dedicated to generosity, community, and making a positive impact.
This high-attention day is a powerful opportunity for Saint Mary’s to highlight our mission and invite alumni, families, and friends to give.
We are counting on our key volunteers—and you, our alumni and friends, partners and parents, faculty and staff who see our students’ journeys firsthand—to help amplify this effort.
Every gift—whether $10 or $1,000—directly strengthens the transformative experiences we create together in the classroom and across campus. Most importantly, Giving Tuesday is about the joy of giving and showing up for one another during this season of gratitude.
How You Can Help Today
Your personal action goes a long way. Faculty and staff can support Giving Tuesday by:
- Reaching out to your Gael network—alumni you’ve taught or met, former colleagues, or families you’ve connected with
- Reposting Saint Mary’s Giving Tuesday content on your social media
- Texting or emailing 2–3 people you know who care about SMC
- Making a gift of any size
Quick Links
Copy-and-Paste Messages
Make it easy—use or personalize any of these.
Email or Message Template:
Hi <Name>!
I’m supporting Saint Mary’s this Giving Tuesday because the College continues to shape strong thinkers and compassionate leaders. I’d love for you to join me. Every gift makes a real difference for our students.
Give here: https://www.givecampus.com/s/0d53aw
Thank you for being part of the SMC family!
Social Media Caption:
I’m supporting Saint Mary’s this #GivingTuesday because I believe in the power of an SMC education. Join me in making a gift to help our students today! https://www.givecampus.com/s/0d53aw
Text Message:
Hi! Today is Giving Tuesday at SMC. I’m helping spread the word—would you consider making a gift of any size? Thank you! https://www.givecampus.com/s/0d53aw
Quick Tips for Effective Advocacy
- Keep your message personal—share a memory or why the mission matters
- Use authentic photos if posting online
- Engage once early, once on Giving Tuesday, and once near the finish
- Encourage others to share as well.
Thank You
Thank you for all you do to educate, mentor, and support our students every day—and for helping us amplify the impact of philanthropy today.
For more information or additional instructions, please get in touch with Shell Johnson, Executive Director of Annual Giving.