Sample Thank Yous
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Dear <first name>,
Thank you! Your contribution of (INSERT AMOUNT) to the All-University Fund Drive this year is making a difference at Oakland University. A total of $(INSERT AMOUNT) was pledged in this year’s drive, with (INSERT AMOUNT) coming directly to (INSERT SCHOOL/UNIT NAME).
I am grateful for your ongoing commitment to (INSERT SCHOOL/UNIT NAME). Gifts from faculty and staff are especially meaningful as they demonstrate your pride in your work and your confidence in the future success of our students. I deeply appreciate your investment in the University. Our success relies on the support of many, and your generous donation amplifies the impact we can have both for and through our students.
Gratefully,
Dean or high-ranking individual
Dear First Name:
Thank you so much for your donation to Meadow Brook Hall through the All-University Fund Drive. You are part of a great group of people who help preserve, care for and interpret this National Historic Landmark. And the fact that we are colleagues and friends means even more to us and our efforts.
You’ll be pleased to know that this was a record year for us. Thanks to President Pescovitz’s match, we nearly doubled the total dollars raised last year (more than $20,000 this year!). Just as importantly, the number of donors increased significantly, which landed us a spot in the top three departments/programs for overall university participation. We are proud and grateful for that.
As a self-supporting auxiliary, your dollars matter . . . a lot. Our operating expenses provide us with daily challenges that might surprise you. Whether it’s replacing a boiler to keep the heat on, publishing our biannual Meadow Brook Magazine or enhancing the beauty of our gardens and grounds, your gift does make a difference.
Please accept our heartfelt thanks for supporting the preservation of our founders’ home. We look forward to celebrating our success with you at an event planned for fall. Stay tuned!
Sincerely,
Geoffrey C. Upward
Executive Director