Sample Rejection Response Letter

 

Ms. Barbara Barker

Pickey-Pickey Foundation

123 Main Street

Any Town, Anywhere 12345

 

Dear Ms. Barker:

 

Thank you for your letter informing us of your decision regarding our request for [insert project topic].  We are, of course, disappointed that the Pickey-Pickey Foundation cannot support our grant application. We recognize, however, that there are always more requests than funds and we are sympathetic with the difficult responsibilities of Foundation officers.

 

As I reflect on the many achievements at [insert your organizational name] and on the challenges yet to be addressed, I am hopeful that the Pickey-Pickey Foundation will be able to give future consideration to support for us if we submit a different proposal. As a nonprofit organization, we must rely on the generosity of those who value our mission.

 

We appreciate your consideration of our request. You and your colleagues of the Foundation have our cordial good wishes and our esteem for the conscientious work you do.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

Otis L. Evator

Executive Director