Contact stakeholders

There are multiple ways you can help to spread the word about ARVO's Setting Your Sights Program. Below are sample email messages for reaching out to various stakeholders, which you may edit/adjust more to your voice or feel free to simply copy, paste and send. 

Contacting Schools

Subject: Resources to inspire the next generation of innovators - ARVO's Setting Your Sights Program

Dear [Principal, Superintendent, etc. Name],

My name is [Your Full Name], a [Position Title] at [Institution]. I am also a member of The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO), which is the largest eye and vision research organization in the world. I would like to introduce you to ARVO's new program, Setting Your Sights (SYS), which aims to empower and guide the next generation of eye and vision researchers, especially youth from underrepresented communities, by providing access to educational resources and learning opportunities in the vision science and general STEM fields.

We invite you to explore the various SYS resources, and ask that you share this program with your teachers, students and their parents so they can take advantage of the many opportunities offered.

Thank you in advance for your support. 

Best regards,
[Your Name]

Contacting Industry Partners and Organizations

Subject: Help inspire the next generation of innovators - Spread the word about ARVO's Setting Your Sights Program

Dear [Name],

My name is [Your Full Name], a [Position Title] at [Institution]. I am also a member of The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO), which is the largest eye and vision research organization in the world. I would like to introduce you to ARVO's new program, Setting Your Sights (SYS), which aims to empower and guide the next generation of eye and vision researchers, especially youth from underrepresented communities, by providing access to educational resources and learning opportunities in the vision science and general STEM fields.

We are asking for your help in spreading awareness about the SYS Program and expanding its reach. We invite you to explore the various SYS resources, and ask that you share this program with your networks and individuals you know who would be interested in partnering with our program (e.g., by providing information on additional learning opportunites/resources).

If you need additional information or have any questions about Setting Your Sights, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at outreach@arvo.org.

Thank you in advance for your support.

Regards,
[Your Name]

Contacting individuals that can contribute to the Program

Subject: Help inspire future vision scientists - Contribute your expertise to ARVO's Setting Your Sights Program

Dear [Recipient's Name],

I am reaching out today to introduce you to ARVO’s most recent program, Setting Your Sights (SYS). This initiative aims to empower and guide the next generation of eye and vision researchers (ages 12 - 18), especially youth from underrepresented communities, by providing access to educational resources and learning opportunities in the vision science fields.

Due to your expertise in the field, I believe you would be an excellent contributor to this program. There are various ways you can get involved in SYS (e.g., by providing information on additional learning opportunities/resources, volunteering as a mentor, etc.) 

Your contribution can help provide valuable guidance to our next generation of innovators. If you have any questions or need additional information about Setting Your Sights, please feel free to reach out to me, or contact outreach@arvo.org.

Thanks for the consideration and I look forward to hearing from you soon. 

Best regards,
[Your Name]