Formal Letter

123 Elm Ave.Treesville, ON M1N 2P3

November 23, 2008

Mr. M. LeafChief of Syrup ProductionInternational House of Pancakes456 Maple LaneForest, ON 7W8 9Y0

Dear Mr. Leaf:

I am writing regarding your letter, let me begin by thanking you in advance for the opportunity you are giving my University, The Catholic University of America. We are extremely delighted to have your future contribution to the field of children's literature and we are grateful to you and your family.

Firstly, let me explain a bit about the foundation our college has, the Emily M. Foster Chair provides significant support to our vision for a new School, where one of our top priorities is enhancing education and research in children’s studies. Your gift will enable us to recruit a distinguished faculty member of the highest caliber and, through his or her leadership, build an outstanding children’s program that also acknowledges the achievements of an author and the Catholic University of America alumna of whom we are very proud. We are confident this program will be an overwhelming success.

The timing of your donation could not be more appropriate, as the University just celebrated the great success of the expansion of its programs and resources.

It is a pleasure to tell you that the donation your company is planning to give us qualifies you for a recognition as our University Benefactor. This is a distinction that our institution reserves for the most generous friends and alumni, and we are pleased to add your name to this roster of honored individuals.

Next month, our company is planning an alumni and friends reunion which you are cordially invited.

Sincerely yours,

Carla Linares 250 words