Donation Request Letter

If you've been looking for sample donation request letters, especially a solicitation donation letter, look no further, for your search ends here. Given below are effective donation request letter samples.

Raising funds for any cause is a challenging task, and much more so if it is by letter writing and therefore, a donation request letter. However, they do have their advantages as they only need a little effort, while being able to reach a large number of potential donors. In addition to that, request for donation letter can be used to directly target interested donors and supporters. However, the biggest advantage of a business donation letter is that it requires only a minimum monetary investment.

The likelihood of a donation request letter achieving its objective is not dependent on the worthiness of your cause, but the manner in which the letter has been written. A good donation request letter format will be clear, concise and informative. Some points that must be included are: who is asking for the donation, what are you asking for (if it is a product than specify like diapers, or winter blankets), why are you asking for this donation and who will it benefit. You could also include (if there is any benefit), what a donor can gain from your organization. Close the letter by thanking the recipient for considering donating to your cause. Provide the name and phone number of a contact person, as well as signatures of either the president/chairman or the person heading the group. However, you will have to work on a prose styling that will draw the reader in. To get you started, given below are some donation letter ideas:

Donation Request Letter Template

Date (Format: November 11, 2009)

Address of the Recipient

Dear Mr (Surname of recipient),

I am writing to you on behalf of the Basic Necessities Fund. Basic Necessities Fund is an organization that I started along with three friends from Roswell High School. Our objective is to raise awareness about the the lack of basic necessities in the countryside, and raise funds to build wells that would supply the people with drinking water. Our way to do this is to stage a play, that carries a social message, every three months. Proceeds from ticket sales go to local NGO's there, who will build the wells.

On January 1, 2009, Basic Necessities Fund will be staging a play titled "The Other Side". In order to stage it, we will incur a lot of expenditure, from the cost of resting lights and sound equipment, to arranging costumes, sets and also advertising costs. Any monetary help towards these expenses would be appreciated, however small the amount. It will go a long way in forwarding our cause. (If recipient is a business, add 'In return for your generosity, the name of your company will appear on our posters, banners, advertisements, and brochure).

Thank you for considering our request. If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to contact me. I will follow up with a phone call in the next couple of days.

Sincerely,
(Your Name)
(Your Address, telephone number and email id)

Solicitation for Donation Letter

Date (Format: November 11, 2009)

Address of the Recipient

Dear Mr (Surname of recipient)/To Whom It May Concern:

I am writing on behalf of Atlanta Law School to request your help in supporting Atlanta Law Students. This December we are holding a "Callathon", during which present law students will call alumni of Atlanta Law School and request them to support the Annual Fund. The Annual Fund provides funding to a wide range of vital areas, including academic scholarships, operations, student services, new technology, library resources and academic programs. These donations are critical to maintain the standing that Atlanta Law School has always held as well as make strong forward strides.

As our students are dedicating their time, energy and enthusiasm to work for this cause, we would like to show our gratitude in the form of gifts and prizes. Given that most of our students live and work in the District, and are likely to become future permanent residents, we request your support by considering a donation. It could be in the form of gift certificates for products or services available at your facility.

If you decide to contribute, please send your donation to

Director of Annual Fund
Address

Alternately, if you would like us to pick up your donation, or want more information about this initiative, please contact me at (number and email id). We appreciate your considering our request.

Sincerely,

Your Name
Director of Development of the Annual Fund

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