This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
Whenever possible, personalize solicitation letters. It makes matching letter to envelopes a painstaking—but worthwhile—extra effort. If a generic salutation cannot be avoided, opt for “Dear Friend” or another appropriate generic format—never refer to a constituent as “Dear Non Donor” or “Past Donor.”
Example 2: Individual Acknowledgment Letter Hi donor name, We're super grateful for your contribution of $250 to nonprofit's name on date received. As a thank you, we sent you a T-shirt with an estimated fair market value of $25 in exchange for your contribution.
Donor Salutation: Address your donor by their preferred name. Decide whether you prefer a formal salutation such as “Dear Mr. and Mrs. Richard Smith,” or a more informal one like “Hi Rick.”
``Thank you for your generous donation! Your support makes our work possible.'' ``We are incredibly grateful for your contribution. Together, we can achieve great things!'' ``Your kindness and generosity inspire us every day. ``Thanks to your support, we are one step closer to making a difference.
Always end your letter with a thank you and a call-to-action. Thanking someone in advance for their generosity, as well as for their consideration for your cause, is good form. It shows the potential donor that their time has been appreciated and that your team understands that they are very busy.
Signature. Your donor acknowledgment letters should be signed by an important member of your nonprofit. This can be the development director or even the executive director. It might change depending on if someone in the organization has a stronger relationship with any particular donor.
I'm writing to ask you to support me and my cause/project/etc.. Just a small donation of amount can help me accomplish task/reach a goal/etc.. Your donation will go toward describe exactly what the contribution will be used for. When possible, add a personal connection to tie the donor to the cause.