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Hello, Donor
Hello (Your Name Here),
I'd like to thank you personally for donating to the TFP! We've been running on sweat, blood, user donations, and love for over 6 years now. Donations have purchased hardware, paid for the upkeep and hosting of the site, and occasionally (upon strict donor request) bought me beer. I'm always humbled by the generosity that people show when filling out the donation amount. We have no minimum or maximum, but our average donation is (and always has been) $25. That's a lot. And the thing that touches me even more is that everyone chimes in to say that they wish they could give more.
As I sit here tonight, entering the latest rounds of donations into the record books and giving people their Donor tags, I feel the need to say something back. Its not how much you give! Its the fact that you DO give that makes me so appreciative. Everyone here appreciates it as well. Its very satisfying to know that this site has staying power. When I've found myself jobless, you guys kept it running. When I've been working, I try not to bug you guys for donations, but a few of you still stand up and tell me you want to contribute. I love that.
I also love the random things that you send with your snail mail donations. I've received stickers, a book of stamps, an LP, and many heartfelt letters. I feel like a proud father when that happens.
Anyways, this last round of donations raised over $2300. We covered our costs as far as getting our new server set up. We're looking at the beginning of a little "rainy day" fund which could lead to some fun TFP paraphernalia. What do you think about that?
Your monetary pledge gives me the energy and enthusiasm to continue to develop this community.
Love,
Hal
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