The message of appreciation should stand alone. Be brief, warm, and sincere.I want to convey my heartfelt gratitude to all the members of the foundation who work tirelessly to make the world a better place for individuals like me. This article explores the value of sending gratitude messages and introduces guidance and templates for writing them. From the Beacon, April 2020. This is a message to you – the local government leaders of Massachusetts – from your partners on the MMA staff. Learn how to write an employee appreciation letter with these templates and examples. Download the template for free (PDF or Word). Appreciation messages for a friend. Some examples: "Thank you for showing up for me.