Indian Hills Community College had the numbers behind them upon passing a bond measure in November 2021. More than 12,000 voters in 17 Iowa counties gave their approval for a $28 million referendum designated to fund a brand new campus and additional major improvements. The bond, which needed 60% support to pass, cleared that hurdle with more than 73% of voters checking "yes" on their ballots. Those exciting outcomes were the result of a comprehensive advocacy campaign, one built on hard lessons from a failed 2016 referendum, says Indian Hills President Matt Thompson. Transparency, paired with clear internal and external communication, became foundational tenets of a grassroots advocacy effort that Indian Hills and other two-year institutions are taking to heart. Whether pushing a bond measure or getting appropriations from state legislators, community colleges are focused on buy-in when building relationships and winning support.