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Sample Thank You Letter to Donors for 

Senior Nutrition Programs

Why are Thank You Letters Important? 

Thanking donors is a key step in building lasting relationships and showing donors the benefit of 

their donation. Donors who feel connected to your organization may also feel encouraged to get 

involved in other ways, continue to give long-term, or give larger donations. Retaining donors’

costs less than acquiring new donors. There are many ways to thank a donor. Below is a thank you 

letter template that can be customized by filling in the bracket/highlighted sections. 

Thank you letters may not be only for monetary donations; it is recommended to adjust the text to 

send this letter to donors who donate time, resources, or connections. Thank you letters can be 

sent annually during a volunteer or donor appreciation week, or shortly after a donation is 

received. 

This project was supported in part by grant number 90PPNU0002 from the Administration for Community Living, U.S. Department of 

Health and Human Services, Washington, D.C. 20201. Grantees undertaking projects with government sponsorship are encouraged to 

express freely their findings and conclusions. Points of view or opinions do not, therefore, necessarily represent official ACL policy.

Created in partnership with the National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs. For more information on NANASP, visit 

nanasp.org. 
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Sample Letter 

[add organization letterhead]

[Date]

[Donor Name/Organization

Address

City, State Zip Code]

Improving Lives, One Meal at a Time – Thank You for Supporting [program name]

Dear [donor name or organization]:

Thank you for your donation of [$----------.00] to [your organization name]. Your donation will 

provide [number] meals to older adults and assist them in remaining healthy and independent 

through our programs, such as [add examples of programming], which serve over [number] 

people annually in [your community/area/region].

Your contribution makes a significant difference, helping us to provide and promote:

● Nourishment: Your donation will ensure that more older adults receive balanced, healthy 

meals, reducing malnutrition and promoting overall well-being. 

● Social Connection: The community gatherings you support provide older adults with a 

sense of belonging, helps foster friendships and reduce feelings of isolation. 

● Independence: By supporting our program, you empower older adults to maintain their 

independence and remain in their homes, surrounded by familiar surroundings and 

cherished memories. 

● Dignity and Respect: Your contribution sends a powerful message to our older adults that 

they are valued and respected members of our community, deserving of love and care.

Your financial support will help us continue providing nourishment, hope, and happiness to those 

who need it most.

For the latest news from our program and to see stories of the impact of your contribution, visit 

our website at [website link; add a hyperlink if you are sending electronically].

Thank you again for your support of [your organization name].

Sincerely,

[your signature, name, title]

Option to add clickable social media or newsletter subscription buttons:

[Subscribe to e-news!]

[Facebook]

[Instagram]

[Twitter]

[YouTube]

[LinkedIn]