Oct
Does anyone have an example of an letter they have written for requests for silent auction items?
I am in charge of getting silent auction items for a charity event. I have never written a letter like that before so I need help. Also if anyone knows of any free websites that might have examples of fundraising letters.
Request is done on the nonprofit organizations letterhead. You also include the org. tax exempt number.
Dear Sir/Madam
Our organization, (include name and the mission) will be raising funds for ( Explain where proceeds will be spent. The funds raised will benefit (include who benefits re: kids, animals)
We respectfully request donations to assist us in our efforts.
Donated items may be sent to: Org., address, C/O your name.
Thank you for your consideration.
Respectfully,
Your Name
Organiztion
Be forwarned these letters of request should be sent at least 6 months prior to your fundraiser. Just did a quilt show. Wrote to 60 manufacturers of quilting tools and sundry items. Received donations from 50. Make sure a thank you note goes out immediately.
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One Response to “Does anyone have an example of an letter they have written for requests for silent auction items?”
Request is done on the nonprofit organizations letterhead. You also include the org. tax exempt number.
Dear Sir/Madam
Our organization, (include name and the mission) will be raising funds for ( Explain where proceeds will be spent. The funds raised will benefit (include who benefits re: kids, animals)
We respectfully request donations to assist us in our efforts.
Donated items may be sent to: Org., address, C/O your name.
Thank you for your consideration.
Respectfully,
Your Name
Organiztion
Be forwarned these letters of request should be sent at least 6 months prior to your fundraiser. Just did a quilt show. Wrote to 60 manufacturers of quilting tools and sundry items. Received donations from 50. Make sure a thank you note goes out immediately.
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