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Scholarship Thank You Notes

Show your gratitude with a great thank you note

Tips

  • Be personal – Talk about yourself and tell your donor who you are
  • Write from the heart to make the donor feel appreciated
  • Make sure your spelling and grammar are correct

 Questions to Consider when Writing

  • What does this award/scholarship mean to you?
  • What has/will this award allow you to do?
  • What are your goals/plans for the future:
    • Graduate with a degree from Fort Hays State University
    • Get a job in _____, a field you are passionate about
    • Help communities/families/people _____
  • What made you want to attend Fort Hays State University?
  • Are you in a club or extracurricular activity?
  • Have you had volunteer or community service experience?

Different Ways to Say Thank You

  • I appreciate…
  • I am grateful for…

 Additional Information to Include

  • The name of the award you received (“I have been chosen to receive the _____ scholarship and I am grateful…)
  • Your year in school and major (“I am a _____ studying _____…”)
  • Where you are from (“Growing up in _____…”)