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Creating Fact Sheets on Local Issues. What is a fact sheet?. A fact sheet is a single sheet of paper listing important facts about the issue. Why make a fact sheet?. They're easy to make and understand. They can be made very quickly. They're cheap!. Who can fact sheets target?.
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What is a fact sheet? A fact sheet is a single sheet of paper listing important facts about the issue.
Why make a fact sheet? • They're easy to make and understand. • They can be made very quickly. • They're cheap!
Who can fact sheets target? • church organizations • the local press • health organizations • local government • Grantmakers • parent-teacher groups civic organizations business groups grassroots organizations school boards labor unions
How to make a fact sheet Consider your message and audience. Find and verify your facts. Narrow it down. Decide on the layout. Cite your sources. Explain what the facts mean, if necessary.
Some things to avoid: Don't overdo percentages Don't stretch the truth Avoid unscientific surveys or polls Don't be repetitive Don't inundate the reader with too many facts