Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.
A. generous B. statistics C. building D. chance E. addition
F. contribute G. annoying H. current I. further J. structure
Attracting donations is a chief concern for nonprofit organizations and projects. An effective, professional donation-request letter is a necessary tool for fund-raising. Researching possible donors and 1 a database of names and organizations is one key to success, but the ability to write a donation-request letter has an even greater impact on successful fund-raising. The following are some tips/instructions.
Research potential donors via the Internet. Research small companies in 2 to large foundations. Sometimes a small local company will assist you in reaching your goal. A simple appeal to a public-spirited local firm may inspire a surprisingly 3 donation.
Find the appropriate contact person. Address your letter to a real person who is in a position to entitle a donation. Beginning your letter with “To Whom It May Concern” or “Dear Country Market” stands little 4 of attracting the attention of the right staff member.
And then, 5 the letter properly. Begin your letter with a vivid and readable description of your organization’s work, and highlight a recent success story. Continue with a few general 6 to impress the contact person with your organization’s efficiency and effectiveness. Next, describe in full the 7 project or effort for which a donation is needed and who will benefit. Include all contact information, including telephone, fax and email, and end by inviting the person to contact you if any 8 information is needed. Finally, hand on the letter to colleagues for proofreading and suggestions.
Keep careful records of donations and send thank-you letters. Donors often are willing to 9 again if they are shown how their contribution was put to use. Follow-up letters can assist in this effort.
I couldn’t help feeling great I put on the parachute and was pulled off the beach.
A.even though B.whether C.while D.the moment
We are deeply impressed by the goal from the conference the average income will double by the year 2020.
A.that B.which C.what D.whose
Can you be honest about it would take to defend yourself against a gun attack?
A.whether B.how C.who D.what
It is culture more than anything else determines how a nation’s civilization evolves.
A.that B.which C.why D.as
I always prefer to start early leave everything to the last minute.
A.in addition B.in case C.or else D.rather than