Imagine expanding your advancement and marketing team without stretching your budget. At Carroll Community College, we unlocked this possibility through a transformative approach to social media employee advocacy. By empowering our faculty and staff to amplify their professional brands and thought leadership online, we've not only broadened our institutional reach but have also deepened our community connections and ventured into new networks. This presentation will explore the pivotal role of social media advocacy as a budget-friendly strategy, increasing awareness, enhancing alumni relations, boosting fundraising efforts, and building strategic partnerships—all at no additional cost.