An Offer They Can't Refuse

Within two weeks I received an acknowledgment — a hand-addressed envelope including a letter with the standard reference to the gift amount and date — but the overall tone was anything but standard. My small, single gift was acknowledged in a big way. Phrases including “warmest thanks,” “generous contribution,” “I thank you sincerely” and “together we are accomplishing remarkable feats” stood out. The final personal touch on the letter was a handwritten “thank you.”