Student Support

Contacting a Community Partner

 

Now that you are ready to contact an organization and secure an Applied and Service-Learning position, here are some templates you can use when initiating a conversation with the organization. 

Phone Call Template

Good Morning.  My name is Michelle Lewis and I am a Santa Monica College student.  I learned about your organization from my school and I am interested in doing some service hours at your organization.  I am calling to see if you have any opportunities available and if so, how would I proceed with your organization’s application process.​

Voicemail Template

Good Afternoon.  My name is Michelle Lewis and I am a Santa Monica College student.  I learned about your organization from my school and I am interested in doing some service hours at your organization.  I am calling to see if you have any opportunities available and if so, how would I proceed with your organization’s application process.  My phone number is (310) 000-0000.  I look forward to speaking with you and learning more about your organization.   ​

Email Template

Good Morning,​

​My name is Michelle Lewis and I am a Santa Monica College student.  I learned about your organization from my school and I am interested in doing some service hours at your organization.  I am emailing to see if you have any opportunities available and if so, how would I proceed with your organization’s application process.  My phone number is (310) 000-0000.  I look forward to speaking with you and learning more about your organization. ​

​Respectfully, ​

Michelle Lewis