Donation Request Letters

One of the most effective ways to request social donations for your raffle or silent auction is to write a letter of request that describes your event. If you're looking for suggestions on companies to request donations from, check out our donations page.

Writing the letters

Many of the places that you ask for donations will require a letter along with a voided social ticket. It is a good idea to begin soliciting donations as many months in advance as you can. For wedding socials, you should include the social organizer's name, as well as the names of the couple. For charitable fundraisers, you will want to include some information on your charity.

Feel free to use or change the templates below to suit your event. Copy and paste it into a word processor, and add the address block at the top.

Wedding Socials

To Whom it May Concern:

We are looking for prize donations for the wedding social of [John and Jane Doe]. The event will be held on [January 1st] at [The Banquet Hall]. Anything that you or your company would be willing to donate would be greatly appreciated, and we will gladly mention your business and contributions at the event.

Should you be able to donate any items, please contact [Judy Smith] at [email and phone] and we will arrange to have them picked up. Thank you in advance for all of your help and support. We've included a voided social ticket.

Thank you!
[John and Jane Doe]

Fundraiser Socials