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<DIV><SPAN class=misspelled><FONT color=#000080>ALCON: Yesterday I
inadvertently forwarded some information created by our MER Vice Commander
regarding soliciting donations for Wreaths Across America. Even though it
was inadvertent, I have received requests to use this information, and
subsequently I asked Col Moseley if he would grant permission. His
response is below. In addition to his remarks, I would like to add that we
all recognize it's not feasible for us to follow up in person in some
situations, but a phone call would be something to consider. I would
like to suggest that if you do use this to solicit donations, that you create a
contact list, with a personal name (if possible) and phone number so you
can follow-up as well as track the donations. You should personalize your
letters, and use your unit / wing letterhead. </FONT></SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV><SPAN class=misspelled><FONT color=#000080>Karen ~</FONT></SPAN></DIV>
<DIV><SPAN class=misspelled><FONT color=#000080>Karen L. Copenhaver, Lt Col,
CAP</FONT></SPAN></DIV>
<DIV><SPAN class=misspelled><FONT color=#000080>Deputy Director, Public
Affairs</FONT></SPAN></DIV>
<DIV><SPAN class=misspelled><FONT color=#000080>MER</FONT></SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV><SPAN class=misspelled>Lt</SPAN> <SPAN class=misspelled>Col</SPAN>. <SPAN
class=misspelled>Copenhaver</SPAN>,</DIV>
<DIV>I have no problem if others in CAP want to use my letter as a model,
as long as they keep it within the guidelines specified in CAP Regulations
for a CAP Business letter and they have permission from their wing
commander to use the letter to solicit donations for WAA as required in CAPR
173-3. I should also point out that it is essential when using direct mail
donation requests that the member needs to then follow up in person with the
addressee and should probably be carrying a blank donation form
when they make the follow up call. </DIV>
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<DIV>Hope this helps.</DIV>
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<DIV><SPAN class=misspelled>Col</SPAN>. Rick <SPAN
class=misspelled>Moseley</SPAN>, CAP</DIV>
<DIV>MER Vice Commander</DIV></FONT></DIV></BODY></HTML>