GUIDELINES

  1. Most organizations give rewards and recognitions in endorsement letters. They contain specific details and instances of the awardee's achievements and qualifications.
  2. Mention the award for which the candidate is nominated in the endorsement.
  3. Mention the kind of relationship you share with the candidate and since how long you know him/her.
  4. State the reason for which the award is given. Mention the qualities and achievements of the candidate due to which he/she is nominated.
  5. Rehash your endorsement and close the letter with an offer to answer any queries.

SAMPLE LETTER

[Senders Name]
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]

[Letter Date]

[Recipients Name]
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]

[Subject: Normally bold, summarizes the intention of the letter] -Optional-


Dear [Recipients Name],

There are many unsung heroes in our community. It is a perfect chance for you to give back to the society. To help, give in the name of any person whom you feel is a deserving candidate.

The person who you chose will be nominated for "Citizen of the Year Award". Fill out the enclosed card and mail it back by May 3.

Our judges will select the winner. The winner of the award will be announced on May 30 at the Wakefield Resort.

We look forward to your presence at Wakefield. We appreciate your effort in helping us.

Sincerely,

[Senders Name]
[Senders Title] -Optional-

[Enclosures: number] - Optional -
cc: [Name of copy recipient] - Optional -

Example of a letter calling for nominations for an award.

Further things to consider when writing endorsement letters to team members

Further things to consider when writing endorsement letters to team members

Endorsement Letters

Endorsement letters are letters written to give support or public approval to someone or something. In most cases, these letters are used to recommend or endorse individuals or programs. There are many reasons why you may want to write an endorsement letter. Some of these include endorsing or expressing support for a new bill, endorsing a student for an award, introducing and endorsing a politician, and endorsing a bid, just to mention a few. Writing endorsement letters for any of these scenarios will provide the information necessary to confirm the selected individual or item.

There are a few things you should keep in mind when writing endorsement letters. First of all, these are formal letters, and therefore they should have some professional approach. Use clear and specific language. Introduce yourself and give details about what you are endorsing. If you are endorsing a candidate for an award, for example, mention the award for which he/she is nominated. Mention how long you have known the candidate and the type of relationship you share. Clearly state the reasons behind your endorsement request. Make sure that the information you have provided is correct. End with an offer to answer any questions.

Letters to Team Members

Letters to team members are letters sent to people belonging to a specific group involved in striving to achieve a common goal. These could be appreciation letters to show gratitude and acknowledgment for the efforts of team members or motivation letters to offer encouragement. Communicating with the people who helped you achieve your goals is one of the most effective ways to strengthen your network and your work relationships. Everyone loves to be appreciated for his/her efforts and encouraged when the going gets tough. The best way to do this is to draft a letter to communicate your feelings.

Letters to team members can be informal as these are people whom you know pretty well. Begin by stating the objective of your letter. Go directly to the point and deliver your message. If you are writing to appreciate the team members' for outstanding performance, recognize the skills they used to achieve that performance. If the letter is meant to give motivation to the team, offer your encouragement assertively and in a sensitive tone. Avoid making negative comments directed to members who seem to be lagging behind. End the letter with a positive remark or a statement of encouragement.

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