How to Write a Thank You Note After Receiving a Scholarship

Thank you notes are an opportunity to let the scholarship donor know how much you appreciate the donation. A thoughtfully written thank you note also allows the donor to know more about you and your intended use of the scholarship.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Be prompt. Compose and mail your thank you note as soon as possible. Some scholarships may require a thank you note be received before funds are distributed.

2. Use quality paper or stationery to type or if your handwriting is legible, hand-write a thank you note to your scholarship donor. Address the donor by name, thank him for the scholarship, and explain how you will use it.
   
   For example:
   
   Mr. John Doe,
   Thank you for the Excellence in Academics scholarship. My plans are to attend a local four-year university and major in business finance. This scholarship will really help ease the financial burden.

3. Add a few additional lines to make it more personal. Tell the donor a little about yourself and what you hope to accomplish in the future.
   
   For example:
   
   Throughout high school I have spent evenings and summers working for my father in his landscaping business. I hope, once I have my degree, to help him expand his business into new markets.

4. Conclude with an appropriate closing, such as "Sincerely" or "With heartfelt gratitude," and sign your name.

5. Review your thank you letter for any grammatical errors or misspelled words before mailing.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not use email. According to etiquette expert Emily Post, email thank yous are “emotionally distant.” A written thank you is best.

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