Your Role as a Day of Giving Captain
You’ve been asked to serve as a Day of Giving Chapter Challenge Captain because your voice and relationships matter.
This role isn’t about fundraising expertise—it’s about connection. A few personal texts, calls, or posts from you can move more people to act than any mass message ever could.
Your job is simple:
- Reach out to a handful of brothers you know
- Share why Phi Delt matters to you
- Invite them to take part in Day of Giving on June 17
What You’re Being Asked to Do
- Personally contact at least 10 brothers
- Post and share on social media throughout the day
- Encourage participation, not just large gifts
Why It Matters
Day of Giving supports the Phi Delt Fund—the annual fund that fuels scholarships, leadership programs, and educational opportunities across the Fraternity.
When more brothers give, even at small levels, it strengthens the Foundation’s ability to support the next generation.
Captain Incentive
The four captains who secure the most donors will receive the opportunity to direct Chapter Leadership Funds.
Top captains may:
- Award one chapter $2,000
- OR award two chapters $1,000 each
This gives you the ability to directly impact a chapter of your choosing through your outreach.
How the Chapter Challenge Works
Day of Giving is built around a chapter-based competition designed to reward engagement—not just size.
Divisions
- Chapters are grouped based on alumni size
- You compete against similar-sized chapters
Ways to Win
- Most Dollars Raised
- Highest Donor Participation
What Winning Chapters Earn
- $2,000 Chapter Leadership Fund awards
- Additional blitz challenges throughout the day
Key Reminder: It’s not about the size of the gift, it’s about showing up!
How to Reach Brothers
You are not limited to your own chapter. Every Phi you encourage to give counts toward your captain totals.
Ask donors to enter your name when prompted at checkout so you receive credit.
Suggested phrasing:
If you make a gift, there’s a spot where they ask if someone reached out—would you mind putting my name down?
Talking Points
Use these when explaining why Day of Giving matters:
- Supports scholarships and leadership programs for undergraduate Phi Delts
- $2 million in impact last year
- Provides funding for leadership development and educational experiences–conferences like the Kleberg Emerging Leaders Institute and McKenzie Family Presidents Leadership Conference
- Helps ensure opportunities exist for future generations
- Safety net for challenges in higher education
- Allows the Foundation to respond to real needs as they arise
Text Message Examples
Hey [Name], I’m helping rally [Chapter] for Day of Giving. Would you be open to making a small gift? Even $25 counts.
Quick favor: can you make a gift today for [Chapter]? It helps us climb in participation for the challenge.
Jumping in to try to get as many [Chapter] guys involved as possible. Mind joining me?
Email Template
Subject: Quick ask for [Chapter]
Hi [Name],
I’m helping coordinate Day of Giving for [Chapter] and wanted to personally reach out.
The goal is simple: to get as many brothers involved as possible. A gift of any size counts toward participation.
Would you consider making a gift on June 17?
Thanks,
[Your Name]
Call Script
Hey [Name], I’m helping with Day of Giving for [Chapter]. Would you consider making a small gift on June 17? It really comes down to participation, not size. Totally understand either way, but I wanted to make sure you had a chance to be part of it.
Social Media Post
June 17 is Day of Giving for Phi Delta Theta. I’m supporting [Chapter]—and we’re trying to get as many brothers involved as possible.
A gift of any size helps us compete and supports scholarships and leadership programs.
Captain Checklist
Before Day of Giving
- Visit the Day of Giving Website
- Make your own gift
- Build your list (10–20 brothers)
- Send a quick heads-up message
- Save your chapter link and the link to the leaderboard
On Day of Giving
- Text at least 10 brothers
- Post 2–3 times on social media
- Share your personal why
- Follow up with non-responders
- Remind donors to enter your name at checkout
- Reach beyond your chapter if possible
To Maximize Impact
- Ask directly
- Keep it simple and personal
- Emphasize participation
- Create urgency
- Tag and challenge friends
- Thank everyone who gives
- Share updates
- Celebrate your chapter
