The receipt can take a variety of written forms – letters, formal receipts, postcards, computer-generated forms, etc. It's important to remember that without a written acknowledgment, the donor cannot claim the tax deduction.
Dear (Donor name): On behalf of (CHARITY) I would like to extend to you a sincere thank you for the (item(s)/package(s)) you donated to our recent (auction name) Online Auction. Your generous contribution will help (describe cause here).
Procuring auction items is about who you know. Your team should start by asking coworkers, friends, family members, and other personal and professional connections to donate items. Then, turn to local businesses and retailers. Now this is where the rubber really hits the road: your auction request letters!
Getting started Craft a compelling message. Include who you are. Be clear about what you're asking for. Link your donation form. Say thank you in advance.
Contact every restaurant, tourist and entertainment venue, all the realtors, and any business that you would normally see advertising on the radio/newsprint for a donation. Tell then what you'd like (admission tickets, gift cards, baskets) and that you will have someone pick it up from them.
A direct ask is going to be best, but the most effective way for that ask to result in donations/donated items is to have someone who knows the business/owner you're approaching for the donation. Utilize your board members, connected volunteers, etc., and approach businesses that are related to your mission first…
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.
How to fill out a Goodwill Donation Tax Receipt A: Date, Name and Address. This section organizes when a donation was made, who dropped off the donation and your current address. B: Donation Details. C: Tax Year. D. E: Fine Print. F: Goodwill Confirmation. How to deduct your Goodwill donations on your taxes.
While it's best practice to always send a donation receipt for every gift your organization receives, there are circumstances where a donation receipt is required by the IRS and must meet IRS guidelines, including: When single donations are greater than $250.