January 29, 2007

Mr. Alex Cecil
Executive Director
LEAF Club
147 Broadway
Boston, MA 12345

Dear Mr. Cecil,

"One of the most important elements of a well-written grant proposal is the writer's passion for the cause she or he is promoting." --Ray Moisa

I have a deep regard for your organization and I am a long-time member in the LEAF Club. As the Development Director for Life Environment Atmosphere and Future, I would apply my expertise in fundraising and grant writing, which would fulfill my interest in your mission: to work for the betterment of life in all of its forms.

I have been successful in securing grants in over 90 percent of the proposals I have drafted. In a recently completed project, I won a $1.2 million grant from a single foundation. An additional $.9 million for the same project came through a matching grant from a reliable corporate sponsor.

I would like very much to become more acquainted with the position of Development Director. Please contact me at 123-555-1234 or by email.

Sincerely,

Louise Dawson

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