What costs nothing, but is priceless? What investment guarantees lifetime dividends? What is a gift that once received just keeps on giving? How can you make a life-changing difference with a phone call? What is very simple to do, yet many never think to do it? What has caused immeasurable strides in the medical, business, artistic, literary and financial fields? What begins as a small gesture but can grow into mammoth strokes? What can you do in minutes that will last for years? How can you contribute wealth without spending a penny?
Give up??? Refer a student to Darlington!
While you may think of “giving back” in financial terms, referring a family to Darlington is yet another way you can give back. Countless referred students have come through Darlington and gone on to make substantial impacts in countless communities in countless ways. Had someone not given us the student’s name, the family may have never have known about the difference at Darlington and how this very special place could change not only their lives, but the lives of others.
Referrals are integral in the success of our school – in our past, our present and certainly our future. In fact, more than 80% of students who are referred to Darlington by a friend or family member end up enrolling!
We simply ask that you keep the school on your mind and, when you find a great candidate, start a conversation about Darlington. Actively look for young people who would benefit from the dynamic opportunities here. They could be in your church, live next door, play on teams with your children, or be recognized in the news – they’re literally everywhere, but we can’t be. Please be our voice where you live! Or, just give me a call when you think of an ideal prospect and the Admission Office will be glad to follow up. This “donation” of prospective names will cost you nothing more than a desire to help.
When is the time to refer? NOW!
Thank you in advance for being our eyes and ears, and for giving the gift of Darlington!
This is part of a blog series written to highlight what it means to be a donor in the Darlington Community and the various ways one can give back to the school. On Aug. 30, the school will host its first-ever Thank a Donor Day to recognize the individuals and businesses whose generous gifts make Darlington the special places that it is.
