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Donations Letters

Question: compose letter for donations of products to send to soldiers?

I am in the process of collecting products to be sent in care packages to soldiers overseas who are currently receiving little to no support from home. These are soldiers who just want the basic products, baby wipes, chapstick, good smelling stuff for the women, magazines and such. What I would like to know is, I am currently composing a letter to send to some major companies to ask for donations in the form of thier products to include in these care packages…and Im not exactly sure of how to word it…any ideas? or does anyone know of any companies who will do this?? thanks
I am part of a non-profit recognized group…

Answer: Here's what I did when my husband's unit was over there...
If you walk into businesses and simply tell them what you are doing and see if there is anything they can do. It also helps to call headquarters...for example..I went into local Harley shops, and they donated t-shirts...and I called a company that made saline solution for contacts and they donated a whole case. Just be friendly and they would be more than willing to help you.

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Question: Index of Charities: Efficient Charities in Africa/India?

I’d like to donate to a charity — preferably in India or an African country — that works with children. I’ve heard that there is a service that allows you to research different charities and see how efficiently they use money and how much of your donation actually goes to the people you want to help.

Does anyone know where I can access this index?

Thanks!

Answer: If you are in the UK, GuideStar UK (www.guidestar.org.uk) enables you to view detailed information about the activities and finances of all registered charities in England and Wales. The foundation of each entry is provided by the Charity Commission, with charities then given the opportunity to add to and update their entries.

You can search the database by keyword, as well as by other filters such as area of benefit (i.e. 'Africa', 'India') and income bracket. The result is then 'clustered' so that you can easily find charities you are interested in without wading through a huge list.

If you are in the US, there is an equivalant GuideStar at www.guidestar.org

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Charitable Giving Ideas

Though there are enough ideas to propel one’s fundraising ambition, there are certain ground rules to follow while attempting to raise funds. First of all you may need to define in concise terms, everything about your project and its objectives. Ask yourself, how your fundraising effort helps society as a whole. How many people will get the benefit? What exactly are you going to do with those funds? Will it help you to grow personally and socially?

Once you’ve laid a solid groundwork, look for fresh and innovative ideas, which are different and beneficial to hundreds of people. The ideas you choose must be socially feasible and economically viable. Never cling to those ideas which are common and repetitive. You may also take care to see that you are not repeating the same idea, which is currently pursued by other people. Let your ideas be innovative and universally beneficial

Once you decide to use the fund for a specific purpose, you’ve already taken the first stride in philanthropy. Many of the common ideas include raffles, lottery, sweepstakes, contests on entry charges, shows, dinners, music concerts, sales of different kinds, fashion shows and other similar ideas. Ultimately, you’ll have to decide about the type of fundraising event, that best fits your local requirements.

However, there is a quality tag attached to every idea; it is doesn’t make a real practical sense, if your fundraising idea is costly. Remember that your aim is to raise funds for your charitable activity and not spending excessively on organizing the fundraising event itself. The event you are planning must not be too flashy or expensive; such simple events will save money in many areas. Try to save money wherever possible; money saved is money spent on non profit, charitable activities.

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Question: Besides Government aid. Are there Nonprofits or people who give charity to help other people?

Hi I just started working in financial services and there are constantly people asking about getting donations such as cars, money and housing from other sources than welfare. Is there a non profit, company, or group of people listed on a website that are charitable to help families in need on a one time basis to get them back on their feet?

Another person asked me about… a place that fixes cars for people who don’t have funds for repairs.

Answer: There are thousands of nonprofits.
Check the local United Way, yellow pages,

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