Sample Letter of Inquiry

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Organization Letterhead

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M. Gregory Cantori
Executive Director
The Marion I. & Henry J. Knott Foundation
3904 Hickory Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21211

Dear Mr. Cantori

We are seeking support of $XX,XXX from the Marion I. & Henry J. Knott Foundation for (operational/general support, project support, capital, etc.) of our (program/ operations). We believe this project is aligned with The Marion I. & Henry J. Knott Foundation’s mission in (field of interest and other funded projects).

Established in 19XX, we serve the (geographical) community with services: (List). Recently we were honored by (description) for (accomplishment). (Insert one or two other accomplishments, measurable outcomes, of project or entire organization.)

The project for which we request funds will make a difference in the lives of (such and such clientele) in the following way: (insert compelling specifics of plan). The project will take X amount of time, totaling X $$$$ and we expect to see the following outcomes: [a], [b], and [c].

We have received (grant support, contributions, in-kind, volunteer help, etc.) from X and Y. Support for the first year will likely come from (confirmed, pending) and the project will be supported in the future by (name funding sources and partners).

We would be happy to meet with you to discuss this request in more detail and look forward to submitting a full proposal.

Sincerely,

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Your Name
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Adapted from a Publication of McClellan Funding Information Library, San Mateo California -- April 1993(Rev.)

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