Rather than list every single reason why you should chip in a few bucks today (there are a heck of a lot), I’ve trimmed the list down to 5 very convincing ones — so here we go:

1) This campaign runs on grassroots support. No corporate PAC money to be seen here, because I rely on folks like you chipping in what they can, when they can.

2) Your support will inspire others to give. $5 might not seem like a lot, but as a famously frugal (cheap) guy, believe me when I tell you that it adds up.

3) Kansas Zach is spending $700k per week on ads. That $700k is not a typo, so we need resources to boost our own ads, cut through the noise, and get Iowans the facts.

4) You can help keep me on the road. I’m nearing the home stretch in my 100 Town Hall Tour, and with Kansas Zach hiding from Iowans and the media, these convos really can move the needle!

5) Our August digital fundraising benchmark is approaching fast! After a (very) slow start to August, we’ve got a golden opportunity to right the ship heading into the final 2 months before November.

As you can see, John, your $5 (or $50!) really would go a long way toward helping us eek out a win in what’s already one of the closest and most important races in the country! So can I count on you to chip in?

Thanks a bunch!

—Rob Sand