GUIDELINES
- Considering that the event is a cheerful activity, the invitation letter must mirror the positive vibe. Clearly indicate to the reader if their presence is required and include those who are invited.
- Make use of the invitation to give details about the event such as its date, time, and place. You may also opt to include the name of the other attendees. You can also expound the details about the objectives of the activity: to honor someone, to celebrate the anniversary, to introduce a product or service and others.
- Indicate if foods will be served or nor.
- Show your joy and ask for a reply on or before a given date.
SAMPLE LETTER
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]
[Letter Date]
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]
[Subject: Normally bold, summarizes the intention of the letter] -Optional-
Dear [Recipients Name],
Mr. and Mrs. Collins would like the pleasure of the company of you and your wife at the annual Christmas Party. The venue this year is to be the Lancaster Central Hotel on December 22. It has been a very successful year, and we would hope that as many people as possible could be present to celebrate this success. There will be plenty of free food and drink to help with the celebrations.
Those who have attended previous parties know that they are always memorable events. Please let Sarah Collins know by December 15 whether you can make it. We would love to see you both there.
Sincerely,
[Senders Name]
[Senders Title] -Optional-
[Enclosures: number] - Optional -
cc: [Name of copy recipient] - Optional -
Invitation to the annual Christmas party sample letter.
Further things to consider when writing invitation letters to employees
Invitation Letters
Invitation letters are letters you write to request people to meetings, formal occasions, or events. As the name suggests, the first and primary purpose of invitation letters is to request the presence of the recipient and the second is to confirm that the recipient will be present. Although invitation letters are mostly used to invite people to social events, they can also be used when applying for visas. Depending on the event, these letters can be formal or informal. Regardless, all invitation letters must be sent in advance to give the recipient enough time to respond or plan ahead.
Great invitation letters are brief and easy to understand. Start by introducing yourself and write a sentence or two about the host. Provide the necessary information regarding the event such as the date and time of the event, venue, dress code, how to accept or decline the invitation, etc. Mention some of the activities that would be taking place during the event and which ones the recipient would be taking part in if any. Provide your contact details in case the recipient needs further information. End by expressing anticipation of the recipient's attendance to the event.
Letters to Employees
Letters to employees are letters written to individuals who work for an organization or for another person. If you are an employer or manage a group of employees, the chances are that you will have to write to the employees at some point. It could be an introduction letter to introduce a new product or service to salespersons, a rejection letter to turn down an employee's request for a promotion, or a thank-you letter to thank an employee for his/her hard work. You could also write a termination letter to fire an employee for his/her poor performance. Whatever the reason for your writing, the letter must be formal and professional.
All letters to employees must be addressed with the proper names of the recipients. But if your message is intended for all employees in general, you can address your letter as "To all employees". State the purpose of the letter. Convey your message briefly but clearly, highlighting all the important details. If the issue that you are writing about requires further explanation, make sure to offer your explanation in a way that the recipient can easily understand. Wrap it up with a positive note or a call to action.
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