This is a sample letter from our PTO. Our Community Relations personally delivers letters to local businesses. Some agree right on the spot--others she calls to follow-up.
Include your EIN # and contact information. Don't forget to include how the money raised will be used.
Hope this helps!
Dear (Business Name),
The (Your PTO) will be conducting its annual Jog-a-thon on March 18 to raise money for our school. The PTO gives away prizes to students during the event. We would like to ask you to donate (item, monetary donation, etc.)
Banners bearing the names of sponsors are displayed around the Jog-a-thon track for everyone to see!
Money raised by this year’s Jog-a-thon will fund an Art Fair in April so students can explore artistic expression and art appreciation.
The San Luis Rey PTO is classified as a charity and exempt from Federal Income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions to San Luis Rey PTO are deductible under section 170 of the Code. (Include your PTO EIN #)
If you are able to donate the (requested items), please contact (Event chairperson name & phone number)
