Solicit Donations

Make sure the donor isn't on the "Donors Approached" list below.

Start your email introduction using the sample wording on this page.

Customize the above email for your donor.

Attach the donation request letter/form from below.

OR link to the letter when filling out online forms that cannot include attachments: https://bit.ly/lsa24l.

Email us about your contact so we can add it to the donor list. This is important so that the same donor is not bothered multiple times.

Make sure the donor isn't on the "Donors Approached" list below.

Introduce yourself: "Hi, I'm with the Lakeshore Elementary PTA, and we're holding our annual fundraising auction from April 1–19."

If they are a new donor: "Would you consider supporting us by donating a (gift card/class/product) to our auction?"

If they are a past donor: "We're really grateful for your past donation (of whatever they gave, if you know). Could we count on you to repeat your past donation this year?"

Other points:

1. Proceeds go toward enrichment classes, community events, teacher grants, and classroom funds.

2. We are one of San Francisco's most diverse public schools, serving over 420 students. Many of our kids come from low-income areas and these enrichment classes provide experiences they may not otherwise have access to.

3. We hope to raise $24,000, or almost 15% of our annual expenses.

4. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and their donation is tax-deductible to the extent of the law.

Email us about your contact so we can add it to the donor list. This is important so that the same donor is not bothered multiple times.

Same as over the phone, except you can print out our donation request letter to hand to the store manager.