Local Government

[Your Name] [Date] To whom it may concern, Re: Letter of Support for {Charity Name} I am writing in my capacity as [your role - e.g., "Ward Councillor for X", "Head of Children's Services"] to support {Charity Name}, which provides vital services in our area. [How long have you been aware of {Charity Name}'s work? How did you first encounter them?] [What specific local needs or challenges does {Charity Name} address in your area?] [How does {Charity Name}'s work complement or support council services? Give specific examples] [Describe any direct experience you have of their work - visits, meetings with beneficiaries, data you've seen] [How does {Charity Name} engage with local democratic processes or community planning?] [What would be the impact on your constituents/area if {Charity Name} couldn't continue their work?] {Charity Name} plays a crucial role in our local support ecosystem. Their work directly contributes to improving outcomes for some of our most vulnerable residents, and I strongly encourage funders to support their continued operation. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your title] [Council/Department name]