December 14, 2005

 

 

Subject:    Zone Meet Goodie Bags and Raffle

 

Dear Fellow Blackhawk Member,

 

As you should know by now I have volunteered, as a committee of one, as your procurement captain for the upcoming Zone Meet. In this position I am responsible for securing items (stuff) for the Goodie Bags and also the Raffle. The monies generated from the Raffles will help off-set the clubs expenses of hosting this meet.

 

Now let me tell you why I am sending this letter:

 

I NEED YOUR HELP!!!!!

 

Each and every one of you knows someone or works for a company that would be happy to donate something we could use in the Goodie Bags or for the Raffle.

The Goodie Bag items can be small gigits/gadgets, flyers, coupons, product samples, advertisements, pens, key rings, screw drivers, letter openers, shirts, hats, etc ….let your minds run wild. I want these bags overflowing for our guests.

 

The Raffle items do not have to be car-related. We need a variety of items…things that will appeal to men, women and children.  NOS parts are ALWAYS welcome. An idea just struck me. It is almost Christmas (I am composing this on 12/14) and we all receive gifts we don’t need or can’t use…. i.e., small household appliances, tools, etc, instead of returning them think about donating them to the RAFFLE. (No ties or underwear that your mother-in-law gave you!!)

 

If you are a buyer for a company ask your sales reps for donations (samples of their products, gigits/gadgets). If they need a letter to verify what we are doing we will have one prepared shortly. I will do whatever it takes (almost anything) to get these donations.

 

If you don’t have a source for donations we can use, but have an idea of some kind or know someone I can contact to get a donation please call or e-mail me as soon as possible.

 

You can reach me at 630-416-1852 or via e-mail at jniklaus@wideopenwest.com

 

Remember that our first impression is a lasting impression and I would like our Goodie Bags big enough and heavy enough that it will take two people to carry them and our Raffle table to look like Christmas in June.

 

Now, one last thing, if you would like to volunteer to help me secure donations and assemble the Goodie Bags, PLEASE give me a call…this is OUR meet and it is up to US to make it a success.

 

Thank you in advance for your help and donations,

 

Jim Niklaus