Social Media Toolkit | Pepperdine Gives 2023

Give through Pepperdine to Change the World

Thank you for serving as an ambassador for Pepperdine’s 7th annual giving day on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. This day will be full of joy, and would not be possible without your support!

Here are some fun ways to engage on your Instagram stories, Instagram posts, Facebook posts, and Twitter posts to spread the word.


Instagram Stories @pepperdine

"I’m a Wave Who Gave" Story

Story Templates

Download both of the templates and share your stories! @Pepperdine #PepperdineGives


Story Posting Tips

  • Add text to tell us why you gave

  • Be sure to also tag us @pepperdine so we can share!

  • Don’t forget to use #PepperdineGives

I Am A Wave Who Gave
I Am A Wave Who Gave
I Am A Wave Who Gave
I Am A Wave Who Gave

GIF Stickers

Make your stories extra joyful with our GIF stickers! Find them by entering PepperdineGives in the Instagram sticker search bar.

  • Make sure to hashtag #PepperdineGives and @pepperdine with stickers. 

  • Make sure to add stickers when posting "I gave so that _______" #PepperdineGives @pepperdine 


Instagram Grid Posts @pepperdine

"I’m a Wave Who Gave" Post

Caption Suggestions 

  • #PepperdineGives so that we can make Waves across our community. I gave so that [tag where you gave] can _______!

  • I’m a Wave who Gave! Drop a 🌊 in the comments if you gave today, too! #PepperdineGives

  • Today’s the day that #PepperdineGives! Join me in giving by following the link in my bio. (be sure to add [bit.ly/PepperdineGives] to your bio!)


Facebook Posts @pepperdine

"I’m a Wave Who Gave" Post

Caption Suggestions

  • I’m a Wave who gave! Join me here [bit.ly/PepperdineGives]

  • #PepperdineGives so that we can make Waves across our community. I gave so that _______ can _______! (e.g. first-generation students can receive scholarships)

  • Today’s the day that #PepperdineGives to make an impact for the next generation of Waves!


Twitter @pepperdine

Tweet Suggestions

  • I’m a Wave who gave! Join me here [bit.ly/PepperdineGives] #PepperdineGives @pepperdine

  • #PepperdineGives to make an impact. @pepperdine

  • I gave so that _______ #PepperdineGives @pepperdine


Cue Card Download

Show why you gave:

  • Download your cue card

  • Tell us why you gave

  • Take a photo with your cue card

  • Share your photo on social media with #PepperdineGives

Download

Show why you gave:

  • Download your cue card

  • Tell us why you gave

  • Take a photo with your cue card

  • Share your photo on social media with #PepperdineGives

Download

Tips for Success

  1. Engage and share with your network! Make it personal or share content from Pepperdine’s social accounts throughout the day.
  2. Give and share why you gave! Your support will inspire your network to give back. You can designate your gift to your passion or to the University at large.
  3. Be sure to tell your friends why you give! Your story of why you give back as a member of the Pepperdine family will help encourage others to follow your lead. The more Waves who participate, the bigger a success Pepperdine Gives will be!
  4. Whatever you decide to post, don’t forget to include #PepperdineGives, tag @Pepperdine, and use this link: [bit.ly/PepperdineGives]