Sample Individual Donor Request (Page 2 of 4) in pdf

Sample Individual Donor Request

Sample Business Solicitation Letter

Date

Name of individual (if you have it)

Title

Company

Address

City, State, Zip Code

To [Business Name]:

Active Minds is the young adult voice in mental health advocacy, empowering students to speak openly about mental

health. By developing and supporting a rapidly growing network of student-led chapters at colleges and universities, Active

Minds is increasing students’ awareness of mental health issues, providing information and resources about mental

wellness, and encouraging students to seek help as soon as it is needed. (School Name) is one of more than 350 campuses

around the country that is fortunate enough to have an Active Minds chapter on their campus. Active Minds at [School

Name] is a recognized student group and advised by a dedicated university official. Our focus is to educate students at

[School Name] on mental health issues, symptoms of mental illness, and available resources in and around our community .

As (title/President/Fundraising Chair/Member) of Active Minds at (School Name), I am writing to ask for your support to

help our chapter continue for another year at XX.

Did you know that suicide is the second leading of cause of death among college students? Research proves that 1,100

college students die by suicide each year—or three per day. Studies also show that mental health issues are associated with

a lower GPA and higher probability of dropping out of college. Active Minds works to prevent these preventable losses so

that no student suffers alone. Through on-campus programming and events, Active Minds at [School Name] reduces the

stigma surrounding mental health and helps create a comfortable environment for its students to speak openly about the

issues they may be facing.

In order to better reach students and connect with our larger community we are seeking funds and in-kind donations from

community partners like you. Your tax deductible donation will be used to support (X or Y e.g., our upcoming program,

resource name, event, etc). This program will (insert description and purpose of program). Your generous gift of (if you

are asking specifically for in-kind donation, include what that is here) will be tremendously appreciated and go a long way

in promoting healthy living for all students on our campus.

With the support of your organization we will (be able to do X, achieve Y or complete Z (make sure these are concrete

goals!)). There are many ways we can promote the support of your organization as well as include your staff in our campus

activities. We are excited to talk through our plans for this event with you and how we can best accomplish your goals/best

fit your needs as well.

I will be in touch by (Date & time) to further discuss this possibility. If you have any questions in the interim, please do not

hesitate to contact me at (email). For more information about the history and mission of Active Minds, please visit

Thank you for your consideration and potential support,

(Your Name Here)

President/Fundraising Chair/Executive Board Member, Active Minds at XX

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