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Be an Ambassador

Anyone can be a Giving Day ambassador. It’s the perfect role if you want to do a little extra to show your support for UWaterloo this Giving Day.

What’s involved? Ambassadors use social media, email and word of mouth to tell people about Giving Day — we’ve made it easy with sample messages in the toolkit below. If you like, you can add a personal spin and make them your own.

Your efforts to spread awareness for Giving Day can make a huge impact on teaching, learning and research at UWaterloo.

Thank you for your support!

Ambassador Toolkit

Share (April 15 – May 7)

Give (May 1 – 15)

Celebrate (May 20 onwards)

Sample Social Cards


Share (April 15 – May 7)

  • Share on social: Post and amplify Giving Day messages to help raise awareness.
  • Email your network: Let family, friends and colleagues know Giving Day is coming

Note: all dates are based on ET (Eastern Time)

What to say and share

Give today, build tomorrow. I'm supporting University of Waterloo students, faculty and researchers on May 15 for #UWaterlooGivingDay! https://uwaterloo.ca/giving-day

I’ll be part of something extraordinary on May 15! Join me for the first-ever #UWaterlooGivingDay to support teaching, learning and research. https://uwaterloo.ca/giving-day

#UWaterlooGivingDay is coming May 15! Join me to support a bright tomorrow for University of Waterloo students, faculty and researchers. Let’s make a big impact together! https://uwaterloo.ca/giving-day

Subject: Get ready for UWaterloo Giving Day, May 15

Dear [insert name],

The first-ever University of Waterloo Giving Day is coming on Thursday, May 15. It’s a 24-hour campaign to advance teaching, learning and research at the University.

This is important to me because [examples: my student experience led me to my successful career, the University gave me so much as a student, I’m a proud alum and want to support a bright future at the University].

I’m personally inviting you to join me by giving any way you can:

  • Give to a fund you are passionate about
  • Amplify social media posts
  • Share the word about Giving Day with your friends, family and colleagues

Learn more about Giving Day and how you can get involved.

Thank you for helping to make a big impact on May 15!


Give (May 8 – 15)

  • Donate if you can: Make a gift to an area/fund you’re passionate about.
  • Create buzz and inspire others: Share your Giving Day excitement on social media and encourage others to get involved.
  • Remind your network: Email family, friends and colleagues to remind them Giving Day is here.

What to say and share

I’m giving today for #UWaterlooGivingDay because (examples: it’s where I met life-long friends, it’s where I gained career experience through co-op, I love the campus and student experience). Give today, build tomorrow. Here’s how you can give: https://uwaterloo.ca/giving-day

I’m a proud UWaterloo (alum, student, staff supporter) helping students, faculty and researchers today! https://uwaterloo.ca/giving-day #UWaterlooGivingDay

Today is #UWaterlooGivingDay! Join me to support teaching, learning and research at the University of Waterloo. Let's give together: "a href="https://uwaterloo.ca/giving-day">https://uwaterloo.ca/giving-day

Subject: Today is UWaterloo Giving Day

Dear [insert name],

Today is the day! It’s time for us to give to the University of Waterloo for Giving Day!

If you can, make a gift at https://uwaterloo.ca/giving-day. Give to the faculty, program, scholarship or any other area you’re passionate about.

I’m supporting [insert specific fund] because [your reason].

Every gift, big or small, adds up to something extraordinary!

After making your gift, help spread the word:

  • Amplify social media posts from the University of Waterloo
  • Post about #UWaterlooGivingDay to build excitement and spread the word
  • Encourage friends, family and colleagues to support the University today!
  • We have 24 hours to make a big impact!

    Thank you for helping to make a difference and build a bright tomorrow.


Celebrate (May 20 onwards)

  • Spread gratitude: Share our thank-you posts on social media.
  • Send personal thank-yous: Thank your network for their support.

What to say and share

The University of Waterloo community is incredible. Thanks to those who supported the first-ever #UWaterlooGivingDay! You can still give anytime: https://uwaterloo.ca/support/

Every gift on #UWaterlooGivingDay helped do something extraordinary! Thanks to your support, future leaders at the University of Waterloo can reach their full potential. Read about your impact: https://uwaterloo.ca/support/

I’m proud to be a UWaterloo (alum, student, staff, supporter) and I’m grateful to our community for their support on #UWaterlooGivingDay! https://uwaterloo.ca/support/

Subject: Thank you for supporting UWaterloo Giving Day!

Dear [insert name],

Sometimes a simple phrase says it all — THANK YOU!

I’m sincerely grateful for your support of the University of Waterloo’s first-ever Giving Day.

Your generosity has made a huge difference. It’s supporting UWaterloo students and researchers as they continue innovating for real-world impact with future-focused solutions.

Follow University of Waterloo Alumni on social media and check the Giving Day website to see updates from Giving Day and the impact you’ve made.

Thank you.

Sample Social Cards

Giving Day social card with the words 'University of Waterloo Giving Day' on it

Giving Day social card with the words 'University of Waterloo Giving Day' on it

Giving Day social card with the words 'University of Waterloo Giving Day - Save the Date - May 15, 2025' on it

Giving Day social card with the words 'University of Waterloo Giving Day - Save the Date - May 15, 2025' on it

Giving Day social card with the words 'University of Waterloo Giving Day - Give Today, Build Tomorrow' on it

Giving Day social card with the words 'University of Waterloo Giving Day - Give Today, Build Tomorrow' on it