How to Write
A Well Written
Thank You Letter
The Importance Of Thanking Your Donor
Scholarship donors are generous and caring people who unselfishly give to support the
educational endeavors of students like you. They typically ask for nothing in return, but
receiving a well written thank you letter from a student is always special and lets the donor know
that his or her scholarship was greatly appreciated. Your letter reminds them why they gave in
the first place and often help secure continuing gifts for future students.
Writing A Well Written Letter
Make sure the letter is free of both grammatical and spelling errors. You are an important part of
the university, and the way you articulate yourself in your letter is a reflection on all of us.
Thank You Letter Tips:
1. Write clearly and concisely.
2. Double-check for typos and grammatical errors.
3. Express enthusiasm.
4. Be sincere.
5. Send it typewritten in business format.
6. Use quality paper.
The sample letter (on reverse side of this page) is to help you compose your thank you letter
in your own words in a professional business format.