Think of it like you are an ugly* person trying to a date or an under-qualified person trying to get a job -- you may have an uphill battle ahead of you. So the more care you give to each donor, the greater the possibility of return. There is no method of solicitation that beats asking a friend at bike shops, bike companies, tool and parts companies, and local cycling advocacy groups for a donation. Got no friends in high places? Start making some.
Mass mailings are great for announcing an event or something that people might want or want to do -- giving donations doesn't fall under that category.
* I am an ugly person, hell, I have to work hard to get a date with my wife.
I am getting ready to send out mass mailings to solicit donations from bike shops, bike companies, tool and parts companies, and local cycling advocacy groups. Has anyone had much luck with this approach? and if so I am curious which companies are likely to send donations or have a history of supporting community or youth bike programs.
peace,
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Adam Schwartz
Program Coordinator, Renaissance Community Youth Bike Shop
6200 Sheridan Street, Riverdale, MD
rideyourbicycle@gmail.com
(301)275-2362
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Sincerely,
Jonathan Morrison
Executive Director
Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective
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