Approaching Collegiates as an Alum

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I am a Regional Advisor for my national sorority, and one of the chapters in my region is the chapter I graduated from. I have always gone back for alum events, donated money, and let them know that I am there if they need me. When I became a Regional Advisor, I got them an alumnae chapter advisor who was from the chapter as well. We both put in a lot of volunteer work and time for the chapter, but feel that all they do is resent us for trying to help.

Is it possible that these women would rather just be left alone? The chapter is in major recruitment trouble, along with numerous operations problems. Does there come a point in time when you say, I can only do what they ask for, and turn your back? The chapter advisor called me and told me that they asked her not to invite alums to their first round of rush, because it would give the impression of being a larger group than what they are. Isn't this ridiculous???

Any advice would be really appreciated.