Write a letter to brighten an elder’s day

Everyone deserves a mailbox full of love letters, and we’re on a mission to make that happen– we’ve sent 900,000+ letters of love around the world. So take a few minutes, sit down, and write a letter. Tell them about yourself, maybe share a joke or a riddle and let them know that they are loved.

How to write a letter

It might feel difficult at first to be writing to someone you don’t know. Our advice: just pretend like it’s a conversation! What kinds of things would you want to talk about with a stranger?

Our Guidelines:

1. Letters must be legible (large print), handwritten, and include no glitter. No worries if you’re not artistic– make your card as what you’d like to receive.

2. Avoid religion and controversial topics. Your letter should be meaningful to anyone

3. Embrace creativity! Recipients love it when the letters are personal. We encourage you to make your letters colorful and fun– photos, crosswords, and drawings are great!

4. Be kind & thoughtful. You can include a return address, but please do not expect a reply. We want to ensure recipients don’t feel burdened by the need to reply.

Fulfill February letter requests

Read this month’s bios and choose which of our elder(s) you’d like to write. All letters should be stamped and mailed with love by February 28, 2026. New elders are shared on the 1st of every month!

Pro tip: These addresses will be taken down at the end of the month, so address your envelope before you start your letter.

Celebrate Letter to an Elder Day with us! On or around February 26, write a letter! It’s an unofficial observance we started, now recognized by USPS, several national holiday calendars, and the Kelly Clarkson Show! Learn more

Charles

A note from Charles’s granddaughter: Charles lost his wife of 50 years, his beloved Judith, in May. Together, they built a beautiful life filled with love and family. A proud builder and business owner who is known for his strength, kindness, and the way he quietly takes care of others. As he learns to navigate this new season of life without his lifelong partner, your letters will remind him that he’s still surrounded by love, connection, and purpose—and that the foundation he built continues to stand strong.

Please send all letters to:

Charles’s Bundle

c/o Emma J. 

3112 Bermuda St

Malaga, WA 98828

Sandra

A note from Sandra’s daughter: Sandra is from Maryland and last year she lost her husband of 53 years. She has been struggling with loneliness since. She has been in and out of the hospital after heart surgery and 2 broken hips since he died. She also lost her oldest son unexpectedly in June of last year. She just seems lost and so alone despite the fact her children visit frequently. A reminder that she is loved by strangers would be a great way to lift her spirits.

Please send all letters to:

Sandra’s Bundle

c/o Karen T. 

73 Old Chestnut Rd

Elkton, MD 21921

Janice

A note from Janice’s granddaughter: Janice was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, where she still lives today. Growing up, she was the warm, loving, and endlessly creative heart of every holiday—her home always decked out with handmade crafts like little dolls and elves made from wooden clothespins. She made sure “Grandmom’s Candy Kitchen” was fully stocked with special treats for the kids at every celebration. Though she didn’t grow up with much, she always made magic out of very little. She loves Jesus deeply and has one of the most wise and forgiving hearts. Lately she has been losing her sight and is recovering from a broken hip. We can tell it’s really been bringing her spirits down—letters would mean the world to her and brighten her days more than you know.

Please send all letters to:

Janice’s Bundle

c/o Christina J. 

3208 Normandy Woods Dr. Apt. E

Ellicott City, MD, 21043

Blaise

A note from Blaise’s son: Blaise is a fantastic woman who has traveled the world with her career, making the world a better place. She’s now retired, disabled and depressed and feels like she doesn’t matter. Please send her letters of love to help her feel like she matters in this world. 

Please send all letters to:

Blaise’s Bundle

c/o Ryan R. 

7895 S. Dayton St, Unit 240

Centennial, CO 80112

Dale

A note from Dale’s granddaughter: Dale celebrated his 92nd birthday this year! His passion is golf as well as cheering on Denver sports teams (Denver Broncos, Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche).This was his first birthday without my grandma, who passed away recently. They were married 72 years and built a beautiful life together. Grandpa Dale could use some cheer if you would help send some to him.

Please send all letters to:

Dale’s Bundle

c/o Katie B.

14375 W 54th Ave

Arvada, CO 80002

Anne

A note from Anne’s Caregiver: Ms. Anne is 86 years old and full of warmth and wisdom. She lost her husband, her high school sweetheart, in 2021 and now lives in a loving personal care home. Her lifelong passions are reading and writing—she still reads a full book almost every day. She often reminisces about her days as a pen pal and how much joy it brought her. Though her hands aren’t what they used to be, she still longs for the connection of a handwritten letter. Receiving letters would remind her she’s still seen, valued, and loved.

Please send all letters to:

Anne’s Bundle

c/o Shay M. 

192 Wasatch Peaks Way 

Willis, TX 77378

Bill

A note from Bill’s daughter: Bill likes to fish, drive, and spend time with his family. He is from Wisconsin and currently resides in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. He is a Navy veteran from the Korean War, he is very loving and kind. He just turned 93 in June. His health has been relatively good, but has started to decline a bit since Mom died. They were married for 67 years, so he is lonely. A bundle of letters of love would help him feel less like he is not alone in the world.

Please send all letters to:

Bill’s Bundle

c/o Jim B. 

3830 Brookwood Ln

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

Mike

A note from Mike’s friend: Michael, better known as Pastor Mickey, is an Army Veteran who is full of love, life and experience. He has been a pastor for many many years and he loves to preach. He is Bed bound, Blind and has diabetes. He loves people and preaching the word to anyone who will listen and let him uplift their spirits. We are often trying to get new diabetic recipes to keep his sugar from spiking and he enjoys tasting, lol. He wishes that he could be back in the pulpit, but unfortunately he has a condition which lessens his ability to speak and it can be hard for others to understand and hear him clearly. But he tries his hardest! He would love to have some correspondence to lift his spirits as he has lifted many.

Please send all letters to:

Mike’s Bundle

c/o Carol H.  

9623 S Broadway Apt #102

Los Angeles, CA 90003

Laurel

A note from Laurel’s niece: Laurel is from SoCal and she was a teacher for over 30 years. She is in her 70s now and is going through a trying time from her husband passing from  Louie Bodies syndrome and Parkinson’s. She loves playing in her orchestra group, she plays viola and she loves animals. She would love to get some mail besides bills and ads so she can know that she's not alone and that people care about her. This death has hit her hard. Words of encouragement are appreciated.

Please send all letters to:

Laurel’s Bundle

c/o Sophie W.  

525 W Chestnut St

Anaheim, CA 92805

Helen

A note from Helen’s granddaughter: Helen is 90 and lives on her own. She loves art, music, and was a primary school teacher and a peripatetic music teacher. She grew up in Mumbles before moving to London and later Coventry to complete her teacher training. She worked in Leicestershire and Coventry, and after retiring she moved to Norwich. Helen has been on multiple cruises and travelled to many countries around the world. A talented musician, she plays the violin, viola, and cello, and continued to play in orchestras well into her 80s. She would play the music for the local pantomimes. Helen would always write to me when I was a little girl, she knew the importance of a letter and it would be nice now she is 90 with early stages of dementia to have the same sent to her!

Please send all letters to:

Helen’s Bundle

c/o Beth S. 

21 Wallington Ct

Fareham PO14 1DE, UK

*Please see instructions for international postage.

Evelyn

A note from Evelyn’s granddaughter: Evelyn is from Indianapolis, Indiana, and just turned 90. She still lives on her own, right next door to my parents. She is the oldest living member of our family and is very lonely after losing my Grandpa 10 years ago. We all visit weekly, but know after being married for 50+ years how hard it can be sitting in the house watching TV all day. She loves family, birdwatching, feeding the neighborhood animals, and learning new things. Facts about various locations in the world, animals, or random things would be so interesting to her. Letters of love would be just the thing she needs!

Please send all letters to:

Evelyn’s Bundle

c/o Amanda E. 

6390 Springtide Ct

Plainfield, IN 46168

Yvonne

A note from Yvonne’s daughter: Yvonne is a sweet Army veteran living in Ohio. She has recently had some hard losses of loved ones and needs some cheering up. She loves her 2 children (son is a Navy vet), 2 grandchildren, pets, cartoons, and plants. She forever had a smile on her face and I haven’t seen it in too long. Please send some positive letters to bring the sunshine back in her life!

Please send all letters to:

Yvonne’s Bundle

c/o Canisha J.

18367 Bridle Club Dr

Tampa, FL 33647

Pat

A note from Pat’s daughter-in-law: Pat is 85 years old and lost his wife Joanie in September. He was married for over 65 years, and this is the first time since his 20s that he has lived alone. Pat is a retired Army Vet and was a Chief Warrant Officer, and he was also a mayor for 10 years. He loves the OU Sooner and OKC Thunder. Pat is still mobile but can't drive. He wishes his body would be able to do what his mind wants. He is also a twin. Please send Pat some uplifting letter of love!

Please send all letters to:

Pat’s Bundle

c/o Tiffani W.

10117 Glascow Dr

Yukon, OK 73099

Ed

A note from Ed’s daughter: Ed is 85 years old. Until recently Ed worked at Home Depot and as an Uber driver. He’s worked his whole life. He has always enjoyed meeting different people. Recently he had a serious life threatening scare and his world has suddenly, dramatically changed! We learned he has advanced Leukemia. He has a rare, aggressive form. He has opted to have hospice care at home where his wife, Jessie, is his primary caregiver. He was born and lived in Chicago until 5 years ago. With his health changes he is mostly homebound and can no longer work or drive. It is much too hot to go outside. He can use some encouragement and suggestions to keep him engaged. He has a fun witty sense of humor, loves to read about true crime, hear stories about peoples’ lives, play games and watch the news and sports. He was an avid golfer, volunteered a lot and enjoys jokes and riddles.

Please send all letters to:

Ed’s Bundle

c/o Katie F.

77 S Evergreen Ave Unit 1101

Arlington Heights, IL 60005

Jim

A note from Jim’s granddaughter: Jim was a caretaker for my grandmother who passed away last year. They were married for 67 years. Shortly after she passed, he also lost his son very suddenly and unexpectedly just a few short months after. He still lives alone and he is 94! Jim loves to boat and more importantly he loves to fish. He is a Navy vet and served many years in the military and survived many wars. He was also a top mechanic, business owner, dad, and grandpa. His love for his country and his family are amazing. Please show him some love through your letters!

Please send all letters to:

Jim’s Bundle

c/o Danielle S.

636 Wilkens Ct

Westerville, OH 43081

Kim

A note from Kim’s granddaughter: Kim is 82 years old and currently resides in California. She tries to keep her mind active by learning new things and taking classes at her church and local community college, most recently, a pottery class! When she’s out and about, she always makes sure that she has cash on her so that she can give it when she comes across those in need. For her daughter's and granddaughters’ birthdays and Christmas presents, she always donates to local charities on behalf of them. It’s not an extravagant amount, but she does what she can. Her hobbies include drawing and reading, but she spends most of her time volunteering at her church. She’s a very positive person who always insists that she is okay so that she doesn't worry anyone, but as she ages, she isn’t able to do as much. Receiving a positive letter from others would make her day, especially because she puts so much energy into making someone else’s day. 

Please send all letters to:

Kim’s Bundle

c/o Hyun K.

4804 NW Bethany Blvd Ste I-2 #238 

Portland, OR 97229