We talk a lot about onboarding new members to organizations on this blog! We’ve talked about the importance of welcome emails. We have a list of things you should include in your welcome email. We even have examples of some stellar welcome emails around the web!
But we know you’re busy, and maybe it makes more sense to have some templates that are ready to go for your newest organization. If you’re looking for something a little more polished that you can use right away as your welcome email, we’ve created three different templates for you!
Short And Sweet
The Short and Sweet template is best for organizations that have members that receive a high number of emails every day like trade associations, alumni groups, and professional associations. Since your members are likely inundated with many different messages all day, keep your welcome email quick and easy to scan.
Subject: Welcome! You’ve Joined [Organization Name]!
Body: Welcome to [organization name], [member name]!
We’re thrilled to have you join us.
Your account details can be found here:
[account details]
Or you can find them in your online profile!
To sign in to your account, [click here] to be taken to our website.
If you have any trouble with the website, your account, or just have questions about your membership with [organization name], feel free to contact [contact email address or phone number] at any time.
Thank you for joining!
Excited To Meet You!
This template is great for many different organizations, and super flexible as well! For growing organizations, this template is a great way to send folks to your social media to get conversations started. For larger, more established organizations, your social media inclusion is your social proof that your members have made the right decision in joining.
Subject: Welcome to [organization name], [member name!]
Body: Hello and welcome to [organization name]! We’re so excited you’re here and that you’ve made the decision to join [count] of other members!
Want to get involved right away? Get connected with our members at [website, Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn profiles.]
To sign in to your account, [click here] to be taken to our website.
If you have any trouble with the website, your account, or just have questions about your membership with [organization name], feel free to contact [contact email address or phone number] at any time.
Thank you again for joining! We can’t wait to get to know you.
Upcoming Event
For organizations that are reliant on regular events-- and can stand to update this template regularly with new information-- the welcome email is a perfect way to invite new members to your upcoming events. This will be ideal for PTA organizations, homeowner’s associations, running or sports clubs, and car clubs!
Subject: Welcome to [Organization Name]! RSVP Today!
Body: Welcome to [organization name], [member name]!
We’re thrilled to have you join us!
Your account details can be found here:
[account details]
As a new member, you’re invited to join us at our upcoming event! [Event description]
Here’s where you can RSVP for the event and get more information about the venue. [link to Eventbrite or another platform].
Wrapping Up
If you choose one of these templates, or you choose to take bits from each to make your own, or write your own welcome email entirely, we’re here for you!
Here are some of our previous blog posts about welcome emails to get you started:
- Perfect Your Welcome Email in 3 Easy Steps
- How to Welcome New Members to Your Group with a Free Email Template
- How to Write Effective Emails for Your Organization
- How to Win Back Lost Customers
- 3 Keys to Successful Email Campaigns
- Send Member Emails in 60 Seconds (Or Less!)
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