Dear (name w/title):

          The (organization) seeks support of (XXXXX) from the (ABC/XYZ Foundation) for (seed money, general support, project support, etc.) of our (description of project or need). We are grateful for the support we received from the (ABC/XYZ Foundation) in (year) for (description) and think this new proposal may of comparable interest to your (foundation/organization). We think this project is very much aligned with (ABC/XYZ)'s goals in (field of interest, other funded projects or guideline statement).

          Our organization, established in (year), is serving the (geographical) community with our services: (list). Recently we were honored by (description) for (accomplishment). (Insert one or two other accomplishments of overall organization.)

          The project for which we request funds will make a difference in the lives of (describe clients or communities served) in the following way: (insert specifics of plan). The project will take (X amount of time), (X amount of $$$$) and we expect the following concrete results: (list specific results desired/expected).

          We have received (grant support, contributions, in-kind, volunteer, volunteer staff help etc) in the early stages of this project. Support during the first year will come from (list sources) and the project will be supported in the future by (list further sources, note if any matching grants).

          We invite you to visit the project and will call (by date or "within two weeks") to arrange a visit. We will be glad to submit a full proposal with additional information for further review.

                                                                                    Sincerely,

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