Sample Inquiry Letter

An inquiry letter is a request for information. You might request information about available position, the names of people in particular departments to whom you can address further inquiry, or you might ask for an annual report or other company literature.

Example:

Li Q. Chan
846 Ninth Street
Oakville, CA 94007

October 9, 19xx

Ms. Laura Smith, Director
Public Relations
United Services Organization
1000 Bend Road
New Town, CA 94346

Dear Ms. Smith:

I am interested in obtaining the name of the person who is responsible for fun-raising in your organization. I am currently pursuing a career in fund-raising with a successful fun-raiser in an organization such as United Services.

I will be graduating in June with a Bachelor's degree in International Business from the University of California, Davis, and have been a volunteer fund-raiser on local campaigns.

I have enclosed a stamped, self-addressed envelop for your convenience por yoiu can reach me at the above address and the following daytime phone: (530) 75dx-xxxx.

Thank you for your assistance.

Sincerely,

Li Chan

(signature)

Enclosure: Resume

Courtesy of UC Davis web site