diff --git a/.github/stale.yml b/.github/stale.yml
index 8574e9d4..53c1e6f2 100644
--- a/.github/stale.yml
+++ b/.github/stale.yml
@@ -13,5 +13,6 @@ markComment: >
   This issue has been automatically marked as stale because it has not had
   recent activity. It will be closed if no further activity occurs.
   Please comment if you believe this should remain open, otherwise it will be closed in 7 days.
+  Thank you for your contributions to this project.
 # Comment to post when closing a stale issue. Set to `false` to disable
 closeComment: false