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Sample Lapsed Donor Appeal

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Mr. Elroy T. Elk

2750 N. Lakeview Ave.

Chicago, IL 60614

Dear Mr. Elk:

The Elks National Foundation has upheld its commitment to helping Elks build

stronger communities for more than 80 years. Our extraordinary donors help students

realize their dreams of attending college; provide youth with constructive activities; and

help the Elks fulfill their pledge to our nation’s veterans.

So many people depend on the Elks National Foundation’s benevolence, and

they couldn’t do so without you! It is only through your generosity that the ENF will

distribute $21.7 million during the 2011-12 fiscal year.

For example, the ENF’s Community Investments Program invests directly in

Lodge communities to have a lasting impact in the areas where Elks live and work.

Lodges know and understand the needs of our community’s best, that’s why we decide

how to use these grants. Last year, Elks hosted dinners for veterans and military

families; provided support to local food pantries; and went bowling with teenagers to

teach them alternatives to drugs and alcohol. With both Promise Grants and Gratitude

Grants worth up to $2,000 in reimbursement this year, imagine what our Lodge can do!

Remember, Gratitude Grants are awarded based on our Lodge’s per-capita

donations, so the gift you make will contribute to our chance to make a difference right

here in our neighborhood. I hope you’ll renew your support of the ENF, so that together,

we can keep improving our community. Thank you again for your past support.

Sincerely,

ENF Chairperson

BPO Elks Lodge <No.>

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