GUIDELINES
- After a short greeting, introduce yourself and how you know the people you are referring as adoptive parents.
- Describe the people you are recommending by telling a short story that shows their character as well as their ability to handle the responsibilities of foster parents.
- Conclude by offering to give more information through your contact numbers. Close the letter politely.
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],
Good day. My name is Anne Johnston and I recommending my neighbors Mr. Andrew Barnes and Mrs. Clarisse Barnes.
The Barnes moved into their home five years ago. I have been their neighbor and friend since then. Andrew currently works as a senior computer programmer for a web consultancy. Clarisse, meanwhile, works as a social sciences instructor at a university. Through observing and spending time with them, I have come to know them as very caring people. On his off days, Andrew can be seen tutoring his nephews and nieces or taking them to amusement parks. When I am working overtime, Clarisse often babysits my children who are very fond of her and her husband. Apart from their affection towards children, they are also very financially stable.
I am therefore very confident that they will make great adoptive parents. Should you have any more questions about Mr. and Mrs. Barnes, please feel free to ask me through the contact numbers below.
Sincerely,
[Senders Name]
[Senders Title] -Optional-
[Enclosures: number] - Optional -
cc: [Name of copy recipient] - Optional -
Reference letter for adoptive parents. Sample letter.
Further things to consider when writing reference letters to whom it may concern
Reference Letters
Reference letters are letters written to endorse someone's general character and personality. A reference letter differs from a recommendation letter in that the latter supports the person's application for a specific job or education program and is usually addressed to a particular person. A reference letter is more general in nature, refers to the overall character of the person, and is not addressed to anyone in particular. It is normally addressed as "Dear sir/madam," or "To whom it may concern." The person who writes the reference letter is known as the referee, and he/she could be a close friend or colleague.
For you to write good reference letters, you need to know the candidates well to be able to express their best character. Start off with a salutation and the name of the person the letter is about. Write a sentence or two explaining how you know the person and for how long. Mention the strong qualities, characteristics, and strengths of the person in question. Giving brief examples, discuss why you feel the person will be a great addition to office and work culture. Use strong verbs but do not exaggerate. Conclude with your contacts and signature.
Letters to Whom It May Concern
Letters to whom it may concern are letters addressed to unknown recipients. The term "To whom it may concern" is, basically, a letter salutation that has been used over the years in business correspondence when a sender doesn't have a specific recipient or doesn't know the name of the recipient. This may happen many times during your job search. For instance, you may be sending a recommendation letter, cover letter or any other job application material to someone you don't know. It is also appropriate to address a letter to whom it may concern if you're making an inquiry but don't know who to address your letter to.
Although sending letters to whom it may concern has been a common practice, other options such as, "To hiring manager", "To customer service manager", etc., can be used at the start of a letter. Of course, you should make an effort to find the recipient's name. You can look it up on the recipient's company website, LinkedIn or other professional social sites, or contact the office and ask the assistant for advice. However, when this is not possible, you can still use "To whom it may concern".
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