Sample Note/email: First-time Donor
This is suggested language only and is meant to provide a simple framework for what you might include. Please write a note that reflects your personality in your own words.
Dear Uncle Bob,
As you may know, I’m a proud member of Madison Youth Choirs (MYC) and this is my ____ year singing! Every week we rehearse together but we do so much more than just sing. We learn about the history of the music, ask questions about the composer and their intentions and discuss our own perspectives about what we’re singing. Everyone contributes and it’s really interesting to hear so many different ideas. I love that MYC teaches me to think more deeply about everything around me–I love being a part of this choir!
Because I want every kid to have the opportunity to experience MYC, I’m participating in the It’s MYChoir fundraising campaign to support MYC’s scholarship fund, rehearsals, concerts, and outreach programs. I included you on my list of people to invite because I thought you might be interested in hearing what MYC means to me.
[Insert your history with MYC here. Include one or two specific examples of how you have enjoyed MYC, what you have learned, experiences you have had that you’ll never forget. See the prompts on the other side of this insert to help you get started.]
Thank you for considering a donation to MYC! Every dollar we raise through this campaign will directly help MYC continue providing music education and outreach opportunities that truly change lives–like mine! Your donation will benefit everyone in MYC.
Ways to donate:
- By check payable to MYC or by credit card. Please complete the electronic form and follow the instructions if mailing a check. Thanks for letting me know if you decide to donate!
- [If you are also doing a Facebook fundraiser you could mention it here. See Facebook fundraiser instructions]
Thank you for helping me reach my goal and for supporting Madison Youth Choirs!
Sincerely yours,
[your name]
P.S. I hope you can come to my concert the first weekend in May at the Capitol Theater! You can follow MYC on Facebook or visit their website to see up-to-date event information: madisonyouthchoirs.org