I've been researching online on how to write a really good donation request letter, and have alot of good samples and tips. I think I'm ready to tackle this now. lol Today I will at least complete a template - but I'm hoping to get the list of companies and contact info together and have everything personalized and ready to print out tomorrow.
I considered emailing the companies first - but I think going the old fashioned way with an actual letter on paper is how I'm going to go about this. Still a little unsure. I guess I will add that to my list of things to do today.....research a little info on which is better. I'm also putting the finishing touches on my honor box designs. Oh, yeah.......did I forget to mention those?? I started a candy route with our VP this past month, in which 10% of all profits will go to Our Shared Hopes. So far we have two machines on location, with another going out on Saturday. I also bought some really cheap, plain honor boxes. I have 10 of them, and we are pretty sure that one already has a home. That is why I am playing with designs. Need to decorate them professionally and make people want to put their money in. With honor boxes, there is a greater risk of being ripped off....but what I've been told over and over is that for the most part, people are honest. As long as it is in a good location where people can see it, most won't steal. Even if a few do....that is why the markup is so high. To cover the risk of loss. But the way I see it....the boxes themselves were only about $4.00 a piece, including shipping, and the candy bars are very cheap, if you know where to look......so I'm taking a shot at it. I guess we will see, won't we? Time to get back to work. ;-)
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8/30/2012 06:29:24 pm
It is extremely helpful for me. Thank you for taking the time to discuss this, I feel strongly about it and love learning more on this topic. If possible, as you gain expertise, would you mind updating your blog with more information?
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