 
                      [WELCOME TO NEW SHAREHOLDER]
 
 
     General rules:
 
          * Make the shareholder feel a part of the organization
            by using "you" and "your" statements.
          * Include information about the company, if appropriate.
 
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                                 COMPANY
                                 ADDRESS
                             CITY, STATE ZIP
 
 
     Date
 
 
     Name
     Company
     Address
     City, State Zip
 
     Dear         ,
 
          As president  of [XYZ  company], it is my pleasure to welcome
     you as a new shareholder. You have invested wisely.
 
          I want to assure you that we are partners with the same goal:
     the long-term growth and profitability of [XYZ]. I've enclosed our
     most recent shareholder report.  You'll be  receiving such reports
     periodically.
 
          If  I  can  be  of  any assistance, please do not hesitate to
     contact me.  You will receive a prompt reply from  either me  or a
     member of my staff.
 
     Sincerely,
 
 
 
     Name
     Title
