Do's and Don'ts when applying to companies
This page contains information on what not to do when applying to companies for funding and what should be included in the application letter.
Do not
- Don’t write indiscriminate ‘Dear Sir/ Madam’ circular letters to ANY companies
- Don’t use alisting guide that hasn’t been pre-checked as your mailing list
- Don’t write to a company that specifically says it does not support your kind of work
- Don’t write to a company unless at least one of the following applies:
- The company has a declared a specific interest in your groups area of work
- The company operates in the same locality as your group
- A clear product link exists between your needs and the potencial sponsors products/ supplies
- You have a strong personal link with a senior officer, or member of staff actively involved in your work
- There is good reason! The fact that the company makes a profit and your group needs money is not sufficient!
The Application Letter Checklist
- It is only one side of A4?
- Does it state what your link is with the company?
- Does it stress the benefits to the company?
- Is it clear why you need the money?
- Is it clear what you are asking for?
- It is addressed to the correct contact?
- Is it attractive to the company?
- Is it endorsed?
Last updated: 09-03-2007
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