Ep. 20 - SBUnited Giving Day and Alumni Update

Tomorrow is the big day! SBUnited Giving Day is Tuesday, March 18, and Vice President of Advancement Leon Wirth joins Brandt Merritt and Jonathon Woodyard to talk about this important day for SBU, its impact on our students, and the importance of alumni engagement and support. The hosts share personal experiences from mission trips, emphasizing how these experiences shape students' lives and their understanding of generosity. They outline the goals for the giving day, including financial targets and matching donations, and explain the difference between restricted and unrestricted giving. The conversation concludes with a call for prayer and support for the university's mission. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to SBUnited Giving Day 06:08 Memorable Mission Trip Experiences 11:50 The Role of Alumni in Giving 18:02 Goals and Matching Donations 24:05 Understanding Restricted vs. Unrestricted Giving 30:12 Alumni Engagement and Future Events