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For example Thanks to your generous donation of $50, a family can get a box of groceries at the Westside Community Food Pantry. This is crucial since were seeing more people coming in due to rising food prices. Let your donors know the impact of their gift. Address your thank you letter to a person and not Dear Friend.
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