Question

A leading communication company 'Savera' is sponsoring a half marathon run in your city to raise funds for 'Koshish' an orphanage. You are Roshini/Roshan, school captain of Adarsh Vidyalaya. You are leading a batch of hundred students in the half marathon to be held in your city.
Write a letter to the editor of a national daily emphasizing the participation of school children in such programmes as part of voluntary community service. Highlight the benefits of participation in such activities.

Hint:

• Know the Type: Formal or Informal.
• Clear Structure: Address, Date, Subject, Salutation, Body, Closing. 
• Be Concise: Stick to the point, avoid fluff. 
• Polite Tone: Respectful language, even for complaints. 
• Avoid Contractions: Use formal language (”do not” instead of ”don’t”). 
• Punctuation Matters: Correct punctuation and grammar. 
• Conclusion: State expectation or warm wishes based on letter type.

Answer 1

Roshini
School Captain, Adarsh Vidyalaya
City Name
Date: December 12, 2024

To,
The Editor, Savera Communication Company,
City Name.

Subject: Participation in Half Marathon for ’Koshish’ Orphanage

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am writing on behalf of the students of Adarsh Vidyalaya to express our excitement and enthusiasm for participating in the upcoming half marathon organized by Savera to raise funds for the ’Koshish’ orphanage. As the school captain, I am proud to inform you that a batch of 100 students from our school will be participating in the event.

We are confident that this initiative will not only help raise much-needed funds for the orphanage but will also spread awareness about the importance of supporting such noble causes. We are looking forward to making this event a grand success and hope that this collaboration will inspire others to contribute to the welfare of children in need.

Thank you for providing us with this opportunity to participate in such a meaningful event.
Yours sincerely,
Roshini
School Captain, Adarsh Vidyalaya