Document background
The Alumni Solicitation Letter is a crucial tool in educational fundraising within the Canadian jurisdiction. It serves as a formal request for financial support from an institution's graduate base, typically used during annual fundraising campaigns, specific project initiatives, or ongoing development programs. The document must carefully balance personal connection with legal compliance, incorporating elements required by Canadian federal and provincial regulations regarding charitable solicitation, electronic communications (CASL), and privacy protection (PIPEDA). When properly structured, it includes institutional identification, clear donation purposes, specific ask amounts, tax receipt information, and required disclosures while maintaining a tone that resonates with alumni connections to their alma mater.
