For Amplify Austin (March 4–5), we invite the Breakthrough Central Texas community to show their support for first-generation students across their networks. Join us in celebrating first-gen pride and uplifting the experiences of the students and community members who are blazing new trails.
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EARLY GIVING EMAIL
Amplify Austin Day is coming up, and early giving is officially open.
As a member of the Breakthrough Central Texas team, I get to see every day how powerful it is when first-generation students have consistent support—from middle school through college and into their careers. This year, I’ve set a personal fundraising goal of [$XXX] to support this work. Early gifts help build momentum and ensure students have the resources they need long before Amplify day arrives.
If you’re able, I’d be grateful if you’d consider making an early gift.
[personal link]
Thank you for supporting the students and families we serve.
PERSONAL ASK EMAIL — Up-Close, Why-It-Matters
I wanted to share why Amplify Austin Day matters so much to me. I work at Breakthrough Central Texas, and every day I see students who are navigating college as the first in their families—with incredible determination and, often, very real barriers. That’s why I’m fundraising for Breakthrough this Amplify Austin. These funds support academic programming, individualized advising, and holistic support that helps students persist through college and into meaningful careers.
If you’re able to make a gift of any size, I’d love for you to be part of this effort with me.
[personal link]
Thank you for believing in our students and this work. 💙
AMPLIFY DAY EMAIL — Clear Context + Urgency
Today is Amplify Austin Day—a 24-hour, community-wide day of giving across Central Texas.
As a member of the Breakthrough Central Texas team, I’m proud to be raising funds that directly support first-generation students with advising, college persistence support, and resources to overcome unexpected challenges.
My goal is [$XXX], and every gift today—no matter the amount—moves us closer to ensuring students have what they need to succeed.
If you’ve been considering a gift, today is the perfect time.
👉 [Donate now]
Thank you for amplifying our students and our mission.
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TEXT OPTION 1: very personal + soft ask
Hi! 💙 I wanted to share something close to my heart. I’m fundraising for Breakthrough Central Texas for Amplify Austin Day—supporting first-gen students on their journey to and through college. If you’re able to chip in (any amount!), it would mean a lot to me. Here’s my link: [link] Thank you for always supporting the things I care about.
TEXT OPTION 2: casual + day-of energy
Hey! Today’s Amplify Austin Day—a big community giving day here in Austin. I’m raising funds for Breakthrough Central Texas, where I get to see firsthand how much support first-gen students need (and deserve). If you’re able to give, even a small gift helps! 💥 [link] So grateful for you.
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Post 1:
Early giving for Amplify Austin is officially open 💙 I’m fundraising for Breakthrough Central Texas because I get to see every day what happens when first-generation students have consistent support from middle school through college and into their careers. I’ve set a personal goal of [$XXX], and early gifts help build momentum before the big day.
If you’re able, I’d be so grateful for your support: [personal link] Thank you for believing in students and their futures.
Post 2:
I [work at/volunteer at/support] Breakthrough Central Texas, and every day I see students navigating college as the first in their families—with determination, grit, and real barriers to overcome. That’s why I’m fundraising for Amplify Austin Day. These funds support advising, academic programming, and the wraparound support students need to persist through college and into meaningful careers.
If you’d like to be part of this effort with me, I’d love your support: [link] 💙
Post 3:
Today is Amplify Austin Day! 💥 I’m raising funds for Breakthrough Central Texas to support first-generation students with advising, college persistence support, and resources when unexpected challenges come up.
My goal is [$XXX], and every gift today makes a difference. If you’ve been thinking about giving, now’s the time:👉 [link]
Thank you for amplifying students and their futures!
Post 4:
Hi friends 💙 I’m fundraising for Breakthrough Central Texas for Amplify Austin Day—supporting first-gen students on their journey to and through college. If you’re able to chip in (any amount!), it would mean a lot to me: [link] So grateful for you always supporting the things I care about.
Post 5:
Thank you to everyone who shared, donated, texted, reposted, and cheered this on 💙 I’m so grateful for this community and for how many people showed up to support first-generation students through Breakthrough Central Texas. Your generosity directly helps students navigate college and move toward the futures they’ve worked so hard for.
I feel really lucky to do this work — and even luckier to have people like you behind it.
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