Dear …

Re: Letter of Reference for __(Name)__

It is my pleasure to write this personal Letter of Reference on behalf of__(first & last Name)__. I have personally known __(first Name)__ for __(# years)__ through __(briefly describe how you know this individual)__. People who are acquainted with __(Name)__, know that being in __(his/her)__ company is always a delightful experience.

Over the years, I have found __(name)__ to be an excellent communicator who maintains a healthy, positive attitude about everything. __(He/She)__ has always shown __(himself/herself)__ to be a great source of encouragement to others and is well liked by those who have had the pleasure to meet __(him/her)__. __(Name)__ is also a very responsible person with a good sense of ethics and works hard at whatever __(he/she)__ takes on.

__(He/She)__ is both an ambitious and conscientious individual. In addition to __(his/her)__ excellent scholastic accomplishments, as proven by __(his/her)__ current __(type of scholarship)__ scholarship, __(Name)__ is passionate about getting involved in other areas where __(he/she)__ feels that __(he/she)__ can make a difference in the quality of life for others. Some of __(his/her)__ other accomplishments include __(briefly describe projects where his/her efforts have made a difference)__.

__(Name)__ often takes the initiative, pitching in and willing to contribute __(his/her)__ efforts to help out the cause. __(He/She)__ is a pleasant individual who is intelligent, passionate and very hard-working and I’m confident that any organization would be fortunate to have __(him/her)__ join their team.

Sincerely,