Subject Line: [First Name(s)], Your Cornell Support Makes a Difference – Renew Before June 30th

Dear [First Name(s)],

I’m writing to you today as a fellow Cornellian who cares deeply about our university’s future. In my role as a volunteer with the [Committee Name] Regional Annual Fund Committee, I’ve witnessed the incredible impact that passionate alumni like us create when we come together to support Cornell.

Last month, in his message to the Cornell community, President Kotlikoff shared the significant challenges faced by the University due to the freezes in federal research funding. His message emphasized the power of flexible funding to strengthen all of Cornell. One of the most effective ways to provide this support is through the Annual Fund, which enables our university to be nimble and responsive during this time of uncertainty.

As we approach Cornell’s fiscal year-end on June 30, I hope you’ll renew your commitment with a gift of $XX [ask amount from column D] to the XX Annual Fund [Column J]. Together, we can rise to meet this pivotal moment and help Cornell thrive, not just now but for generations to come.

Go Big Red! 

[Your Name / Class Year / College]
Annual Fund Regional Campaign Volunteer

P.S.: Connecting with fellow alumni is one of the most rewarding parts of volunteering. Reply to this email, and let’s find time to chat about all things Cornell or to answer any questions you may have.

Subject Line: [First Name(s)], Extend Your Cornell Support with an Annual Fund Gift by June 30th

Dear [First Name(s)],

I’m writing to you today as a fellow Cornellian and [Committee Name] Regional Annual Fund volunteer to thank you for your gift of $XX [column E] earlier this year. Your support is truly appreciated.

Last month, in his message to the Cornell community, President Kotlikoff shared the significant challenges faced by the University due to federal research funding freezes. His message emphasized the power of flexible funding to strengthen all of Cornell. One of the most effective ways to provide this support is through the Annual Fund, which enables our university to be nimble and responsive during this time of uncertainty.

As we approach Cornell’s fiscal year-end on June 30, I hope you’ll consider extending your support with an additional gift of $XX [Ask Amount (Column D) minus Total Giving (column E)] to the [Name] Annual Fund [column J OR column L]. Your annual fund contribution will complement your previous gift, helping ensure Cornell can meet today’s challenges while preparing for tomorrow’s opportunities.

Together, we can rise to meet this pivotal moment and help Cornell thrive, not just now but for generations to come.

Go Big Red!

[Your Name / Class Year / College]
Annual Fund Regional Campaign Volunteer

P.S.: Connecting with fellow alumni is one of the most rewarding parts of volunteering. Reply to this email, and let’s find time to chat about all things Cornell or to answer any questions you may have!

Subject Line: [First Name(s)], Build On Your Cornell Impact by June 30th

Dear [First Name(s)],

I’m writing to you today as a fellow Cornellian and [Name of Committee] Regional Annual Fund volunteer to thank you for your annual fund gift of $XX [column G] earlier this year. Your support is truly appreciated.

Last month, in his message to the Cornell community, President Kotlikoff shared the significant challenges faced by the University due to federal research funding freezes. His message emphasized the power of flexible funding to strengthen all of Cornell. Your annual fund support is already helping make an immediate difference across campus.

As we approach Cornell’s fiscal year-end on June 30, would you consider making an additional annual fund gift of $XX [Ask Amount (Column D) minus Total Giving (Column E) to the XX Annual Fund [Column J or L)]? Your increased support will help ensure Cornell can meet today’s challenges while preparing for tomorrow’s opportunities.

Together, we can rise to meet this pivotal moment and help Cornell thrive, not just now but for generations to come.

Go Big Red!

[Your Name / Class Year / College]
Annual Fund Regional Campaign Volunteer

P.S.: Connecting with fellow alumni is one of the most rewarding parts of volunteering. Reply to this email, and let’s find time to chat about all things Cornell or to answer any questions you may have!

Subject Line: [First Name(s)], Join Me In Supporting Cornell Scholarships Before June 30th

Dear [First Name(s)],

OPTION 1 FOR THOSE WHO HAVE GIVEN A GIFT THIS YEAR [See Total Giving (column E)]: As a proud Cornellian and [Committee Name] Regional Annual Fund volunteer, I want to thank you for your gift of $XX [Column E] earlier this year. Your commitment to Cornell is truly appreciated.

OPTION 2: FOR THOSE WHO HAVEN’T MADE A GIFT THIS YEAR [See Total Giving (column E)]: I’m writing to you today as a fellow Cornellian who cares deeply about our university’s future. In my role as a volunteer with the [Committee Name] Regional Annual Fund Committee, I’ve witnessed the incredible impact that passionate alumni like us create when we come together to support Cornell.

Last month, in his message to the Cornell community, President Kotlikoff shared the significant challenges faced by the University due to federal research funding freezes. His message emphasized the power of flexible funding to strengthen all of Cornell, with undergraduate scholarships being a critical priority. The Annual Fund for Undergraduate Scholarship provides immediate support to help ensure talented students can access a Cornell education, regardless of their financial circumstances.

[For prior donors: Building on your earlier support this year, would you consider] [For non-donors: Would you consider] making a gift of $XX [Ask Amount (column D OR Ask amount minus Total Giving (column E)] to the Undergraduate Scholarship Annual Fund before June 30? Your support provides Cornell with the flexibility to respond to students’ evolving financial needs while maintaining our commitment to need-blind admissions.

Together, we can rise to meet this pivotal moment and help Cornell thrive—not only today but for generations to come.

Thank you for your continued commitment to Cornell and for everything you do to support our alma mater.

Go Big Red!

[Your Name] [Class Year/College]
Annual Fund Regional Campaign Volunteer

P.S.: Connecting with fellow alumni like you is one of the most rewarding parts of volunteering. I’d love to chat about your Cornell experiences or discuss annual fund giving further. Reply to this email, and I’d be happy to set up a call at a time convenient for you!

Subject: Quick Follow-up on Cornell Support Before June 30th

Dear [First Name(s)],

I wanted to follow up on my message below about supporting Cornell before our June 30 fiscal year-end. I hope you’ll take a moment to consider joining me with a gift to the Annual Fund.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Go Big Red!

[Your Name] [Class Year/College]
Annual Fund Regional Campaign Volunteer

Hi [First Name]! Quick note to see if you received my email about supporting Cornell ahead of the fiscal year end. Would love to have you join me with an Annual Fund gift before June 30: https://cornel.ly/volunteergive25 –[Your first name, Class Year, Annual Fund Volunteer]

Hi Sally and Tom –

Fell out of my chair when I saw your names! Been way too long, and we should definitely meet up as I live in nearby Wellesley. Coffee this Saturday, maybe?

On to the topic at hand and firstly, thank you for your generous gift of $3,500 this year. Every dollar impacts the student experience, especially in the areas you love (College of Arts & Sciences). I, too, support my College (Engineering) as I think those programs and people are undoubtedly shaping the future of our planet and civilization.

Giving Day 2024 is tomorrow, March 14th. That day is a chance for all of us to come together to again raise our hands in support of future Cornellians.Consider another gift in any amount for those same impact areas or another college, unit, team, project, or group that is important to you. If you have interest to kill time and play a game developed by students for Giving Day (that looks a lot like games we played in arcades back in our earlier years), check out Touchdown’s Pie Delivery Game. You might score an additional gift for the Arts or Business/Hotel Colleges!

Thank you again for your leadership and Big Red spirit. Cornell is shaping the next generation of leaders, and those leaders are equipped to tackle big challenges thanks to alums like you. Hope to see you both.

Many thanks.
Paul Hayre ’91

Hi Joe,

I’m reaching out as a fellow Cornellian and a volunteer with Cornell’s Annual Fund. Your continued support for our alma mater hasn’t gone unnoticed, and I just wanted to say thanks!

Cornell has had a profound effect on both my personal life AND my professional life. I met my wife at Cornell! I have many friends from my days in Ithaca who have remained close friends for decades. I began my career at an entrepreneurial startup established by a Cornellian. Years later, I made a career change and moved across the country for a position recommended to me by another Cornellian. I could keep going and going with more examples…but you get the idea. I didn’t always realize it at the time it was happening, but Cornell shaped my path in so many ways over the years. And like you, I have supported Cornell’s Annual Fund to help shape the future for upcoming Cornellians. Thank you for your support.

Did you know Giving Day 2024 is just around the corner?  Check out the Giving Day website to learn about the fun challenges and opportunities to make your gift count even more. You can make your gift anytime between now and March 14, and it’ll still count towards Giving Day totals.

Let’s show our Big Red spirit! Make your gift here!

Regards,
Mark Vasquez ’01

Dear John,

Hope you are well.

I’m reaching out, as chair of Cornell’s Metro-New York Annual Fund Campaign, to a number of friends of Cornell in years past, to encourage you to add a gift for this year’s Giving Day.

In past years, you have shown your generosity to a number of Annual Funds–A&S; Johnson Museum; Ornithology; to name some of your Cornell interests–and I’m hoping you can add to them or some of them between now and March 14th.

Your gift by March 14th will definitely make a difference in all of the Annual Fund programs you have been supporting.

Please check out the Giving Day website to learn more and contribute by March 14th.

It’s been a while since we’ve connected, and I look forward to seeing you again real soon at another Cornell event.

Cheers, Jay

Jay W. Waks, ’68 & Law ’71
Chair, Cornell Metro-NYC Annual Fund Campaign