Include a section in your e-mail where you address the following question: How does your organization or event fit with Emera’s Beliefs on Giving?

For general donation or sponsorship requests:

·          The organization’s mission and impact statement.

·          What communities and or groups your organization supports.

·          How your organization contributes to those communities and or groups.

·          The exact amount of money requested and how the funds will be used.

·          Has Emera supported the organization before – provide specific details and dates.

For events and special programs

·          The agenda and outline for the event or program including dates, locations and projected attendance.

·          Who will the event or program benefit and how will this be accomplished including the history of the project and whether or not it has occurred in previous years.

·          The total amount of money needed to complete the program or event.

The following criteria represent sponsorship opportunities Emera does not consider:

Religious institutions or organizations

Donations for travel expenses, debt reduction or operating costs.