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Donation request letter generator
Heartfelt, specific donation request letters for nonprofits, schools and community causes.
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People give when they can picture exactly what their money will do. Describe your organization and what you're raising money for, and get a warm, specific donation request letter with a clear ask, ready to send to individuals, past donors or local businesses.
What a strong donation letter includes
A specific need, a real person or picture of the impact, what a gift will accomplish, a clear amount or set of options, how to give, and a thank-you. The P.S. repeats the ask because many readers skim straight to it.
Tie amounts to outcomes
'$50 buys 40 meals' is easier to act on than 'any amount helps'. If you give the tool your giving levels or costs, the letter connects each amount to something concrete.
Asking businesses and sponsors
Local businesses respond to community impact and visibility. Choose business or event sponsorship and the letter explains the need, the sponsor levels you provide and how the business would be recognized.
Keep telling the story
Share results with supporters using the Newsletter Generator, and announce big milestones with the Press Release Generator.
Questions
How long should a donation request letter be?
One page, about 250 to 400 words, is typical. Long enough to tell the story, short enough to read in a minute.
Should I ask for a specific amount?
Yes. A specific amount or a few options usually works better than an open-ended request.
Can I say donations are tax-deductible?
Only if your organization qualifies, such as a registered 501(c)(3) in the US. This is general information, not legal or tax advice - confirm the exact wording with your accountant.