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- Tell listeners how to get more information.
An abbreviated final report might sound like this:
685 Hi, everybody. My name is Betsy Lane, and I’m the chair of our county’s United Way campaign. [Self-introduction.] As you know, United Way is dedicated to helping people in our community help themselves by developing healthier, more productive lives. We support more than 50 agencies that provide a multitude of services: promoting wellness for all ages and abilities, making sure all children enter school ready to learn, helping people toward lifetime independence, sustaining safe neighborhoods, and educating young people for responsible adulthood. The need and the opportunities are great, and we set the fund-raising bar high this year: $3 million. [Provides necessary background.] This has been an especially challenging year for local nonprofits: The economy has been on the weak side, and there are more deserving causes and people needing support than ever before. Rather than letting this situation discourage us, it energized the United Way team. This year our work was fueled by the efforts of almost 2,500 volunteers at more than 400 organizations, large and small. Every one of them gave generously of their time and talents. [Describes what happened.] I am delighted to tell you that, as of last Friday, we met our goal. The campaign has raised more than $3 million in donations and pledges for the coming year. This means we won’t have to say no to a single organization that asks us for help. [Describes results.] There is so much to tell you about this campaign and the work of so many terrific people. We do hope you’ll read more about the effort that led to this year’s success. Our report will be available in about three weeks, and in the meantime you can read the highlights on the United Way website. [Tells listeners how to get more information.] For now, though, let’s celebrate! Feasibility Reports A feasibility report evaluates one or more potential action steps and recommends how the organization should proceed. Would a bonus system increase profitability and retain employees? Is job-sharing a good idea? Would subsidizing the expenses incurred by employees who use public transportation solve the parking problem? Feasibility studies help answer questions like these.
Most feasibility reports should contain the following elements:
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