How To Write The Perfect Fundraising Letter

Larry Barkdull offers some great advice on how to make the most of your fundraising endeavour with a well-written fundraising letter to potential donors. The basic outline is below, but be sure to check out the site for the full walkthrough as well as a ton of other great tips and resources!

  1. Get the reader’s attention.
  2. State the cause and/or credentials of your charitable organization.
  3. Solicit a contribution.
  4. An incentive offer.
  5. Additional insert.
  6. Thank you.
  7. Conclusion.
  8. Sign the Letter.

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