GUIDELINES
- Most organizations give rewards and recognitions in endorsement letters. They contain specific details and instances of the awardee's achievements and qualifications.
- Mention the award for which the candidate is nominated in the endorsement.
- Mention the kind of relationship you share with the candidate and since how long you know him/her.
- State the reason for which the award is given. Mention the qualities and achievements of the candidate due to which he/she is nominated.
- Rehash your endorsement and close the letter with an offer to answer any queries.
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],
It is my duty to nominate the most deserving candidate for the Outstanding Humanitarian Award. Without any further thought, I would like to nominate John Max as he is far more accomplished and has had a lot of experience in the research field.
Dr. Max has made outstanding contributions in the research of diseases while he was still studying for his Ph.D. degree. After a decade of his research, he is now printing his latest book in which he discusses his research work on virus mutation.
I have been privileged to work with Dr. Max. I had the opportunity of working with him for about three years at the Complex for Water Borne Diseases. I have a lot of respect for his work and dedication. Dr. Max has garnered a lot of knowledge and experience over the years, and he has also invested precious hours in the area of research. He has worked endlessly to help humanity.
It is an honor for me to be acquainted with such a brilliant man and he is the best candidate for this award. Please contact me if you have any further queries.
Sincerely,
[Senders Name]
[Senders Title] -Optional-
[Enclosures: number] - Optional -
cc: [Name of copy recipient] - Optional -
Sample letter endorsing a qualified candidate for an award.
Further things to consider when writing endorsement letters to organizations
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 Organizations
Letters to organizations are letters written to institutions, associations, or any organized body of people working together to achieve a common goal. An organization could be a charity, union, corporation, or even a neighborhood association. There are a thousand reasons why you may want to write to an organization. Maybe you want to volunteer to offer your services, or you want to make a donation. Perhaps you are requesting sponsorship for your event. Whatever the reason, any letter to an organization must be formal and addressed properly.
When writing letters to organizations, it's important to know what it is that you want to achieve and what you want the organization to do. Use the standard business letter format. Start your letter with a proper salutation and introduce yourself or your company. State the purpose of the letter. Mention what you are asking for or what you are offering. Include any materials or information that you feel might be important to the recipient. Use a polite and professional tone. Keep the letter short, preferably, one page. In the end, thank the recipient in advance for his/her time and consideration. Sign-off using business-appropriate language. Include your full name and contact details.
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