I think your note is well written already but if you wanted to take the effectiveness angle, you could write something like the below (and included a shameless plug for GWWC below but OFTW, TLYCS or GiveWell would be equally good). Not sure if it’s better than what you have now, but another option at least.
“I want to remind you that each of us have the power to make the world a better place by helping those who need it most.
Did you know that a donation of $4500 to the Against Malaria Foundation, who provide insecticide treated bednets for malaria prevention, is enough to save a child’s life?
And although you may not be able to donate that amount right now, over your lifetime, it’s likely you could donate this much or even much more, and save someone’s life. There will be one more person out there, able to live a full life because of you.
I have received many heartwarming emails from my readers who tell me they are also choosing to be part of making this world a better, safer and healthier place for everyone.
So join me in giving whatever amount you are comfortable with, and together we can create a brighter future for the world.
To donate to and learn more about highly effective charities like Against Malaria Foundation, visit GivingWhatWeCan.org
“I have received many heartwarming emails from my readers who tell me they are also choosing to be part of making this world a better, safer and healthier place for everyone. “
Hi Tim,
I think your note is well written already but if you wanted to take the effectiveness angle, you could write something like the below (and included a shameless plug for GWWC below but OFTW, TLYCS or GiveWell would be equally good). Not sure if it’s better than what you have now, but another option at least.
“I want to remind you that each of us have the power to make the world a better place by helping those who need it most.
Did you know that a donation of $4500 to the Against Malaria Foundation, who provide insecticide treated bednets for malaria prevention, is enough to save a child’s life?
And although you may not be able to donate that amount right now, over your lifetime, it’s likely you could donate this much or even much more, and save someone’s life. There will be one more person out there, able to live a full life because of you.
I have received many heartwarming emails from my readers who tell me they are also choosing to be part of making this world a better, safer and healthier place for everyone.
So join me in giving whatever amount you are comfortable with, and together we can create a brighter future for the world.
To donate to and learn more about highly effective charities like Against Malaria Foundation, visit GivingWhatWeCan.org
“I have received many heartwarming emails from my readers who tell me they are also choosing to be part of making this world a better, safer and healthier place for everyone. “
Thanks, I particularly like this line