Create a list of everyone you know. Don't forget those you write checks to such as doctors, lawyers, accountants, insurance agent, etc.

Directly state the goal of the letter (to raise funds for Friendship Circle!)

Be proactive and positive! Don't diminish your request by apologizing or by saying something similar to 'I hope you can donate.'

Hand address the outside envelopes.

Hand-sign each letter with a short personal note to those you don't see regularly.

If you are a volunteer, include information on a child you have met or an experience you had while at Friendship Circle.

Include a pre-paid return envelope with your donation card to make it easy to send a donation to Friendship Circle in your honor.

Include your personal Friendship Walk web address when you register make sure to create a personal walk or team address for example www.friendshipwalk.org/teamdave.

State that all donations are 100% tax deductible and that 100% of the profit goes towards Friendship Circle?s mission.

Most importantly: put your heart into it! Share a personal story and tell them why Friendship Circle is important to you. When you exude passion, others can feel it too!

The Art of Writing a Successful Fundraising Letter:
As simple as 1-2-3

1.What is this letter about?
Why are you writing this letter?
What is the FriendshipWalk?
What are you asking for?

2. Why should I care?
Why do you need donations?
What is the significance of Friendship Circle?
Why are you involved with Friendship Circle?
How does it affect me or my community?

3. How do I get involved?
What is the easiest way to contribute?
What will my donation go towards?
Where can I find more information about Friendship Circle?

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