A successful advocacy visit is just the beginning of building a lasting relationship with your elected officials and their staff. The most effective advocates stay engaged long after the meeting ends.

Within 48 Hours

• Send a thank-you email to the member of Congress and the staff person you met with.
• Share any information or resources you promised during the meeting.
• Include any personal stories, reports, or local data that reinforce your message.

Stay Connected

• Follow your congressional office on social media.
• Connect with the staff member on LinkedIn, when appropriate.
• Watch for newsletters, town halls, and community events.

Continue the Conversation

• Respond when action alerts are issued.
• Share updates about how the issue is affecting your congregation or community.
• Invite your member of Congress or their staff to visit your ministry, food pantry, affordable housing project, or community outreach program.

Relationships Matter
Members of Congress meet with thousands of people every year. The advocates they remember are those who consistently show up, communicate respectfully, and become trusted local resources.

Advocacy is not about one meeting—it’s about becoming a faithful, credible voice for your community over time.

Remember

Thank. Share. Connect. Follow Up. Repeat.

Long-term relationships are far more influential than one-time meetings. Faithful advocacy is a ministry of persistence, presence, and hope.