This document provides tips for engagement and relationship building as key to success at the local chapter level. It emphasizes always communicating with constituents through various tools like social media, email and in-person. Personal connections are stressed as genuine, authentic and relevant. Opportunities to connect include promoting events, recognition, social media and personal notes. Maintaining communication with volunteers, participants and others builds committed groups and increases participation, donors and sponsor connections over time. Cultivating relationships and sharing stories creates a connected PKD community.