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 November 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 November 30, 2025. 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.

Christine

A note from Christine’s daughter: Christine is from New York, but has recently moved to be with family in the Carolinas. She had many friends up north but has been feeling a bit lonely lately. She loves pottery, stained glass, and building things with her hands. Most recently she has been trying to work on some carpentry projects. Bingo is her favorite, although she doesn't get out much anymore to play. She can be found most mornings reading books with her dog at her feet. Having letters to read will brighten up her day!

Please send all letters to:

Christine’s Bundle

c/o Mary M.

1278 Fishing Creek Rd

Clover, SC 29710

Dianna

A note from Dianna’s granddaughter: Dianna is such a sweet and loving person, has four great grandchildren she sees every day and is a woman of faith! She turned 80 in May and has been put on home hospice. She has her good days and her bad days. She still has such a desire to get out of the house and live her life. She has to be on oxygen at all times which makes it difficult for her to leave the house even when she is able to walk. Because she is mostly bed bound she tells me how lonely she is and how she wishes she had someone to talk to. I know receiving these letters from others would help her get through her days with joy!

Please send all letters to:

Dianna’s Bundle

c/o Taylor S.

353 Cumberland Dr

Slidell, LA 70458

Gloria

A note from Gloria’s niece: Gloria is such an amazing 93 year old woman. She continues to live independently in a seniors' apartment complex. She loves to read, cross-stitch, and create felt Christmas stockings. She is also the queen of card-giving! She never misses a holiday, faithfully sending out cards to celebrate others and make them feel loved. She shared a beautiful, lifelong marriage with the love of her life, Jerry, that she lost a few years ago along with tragically losing one of her sons. Gloria faces moments of deep sadness and loneliness. Help lift her spirits and shower her with cards and letters, like she has done for so many during her lifetime.

Please send all letters to:

Gloria’s Bundle

c/o Billy P.

3203 1st St

Des Moines, IA 50313

Larry

A note from Larry’s grandniece: Larry is a lovely man who has become pretty lonely in the past few years. He lives in a little cabin in Virginia, but none of his family lives near him anymore. He is one of 5 siblings, and family means so much to him. He enjoys fishing, but doesn't get to do it as much anymore, and mostly plays online bridge. He also loves to tell stories and read the newspaper. It would mean so much to him to hear about your day and get a beautiful letter!

Please send all letters to:

Larry’s Bundle

c/o Charlee P.

1128 Greenacre Ave

West Hollywood, CA 90046

Norma

A note from Norma’s daughter: Norma is 95 years old and just moved back to our home town (Fairmont MN). She grew up in Duluth, MN. She loves reading, and she used to sail and snow ski. She tends to stay in her room alone, watching Fox TV. Her Mother taught us the importance of a hand written letter & thank you note. Her memory is not always as good as it had been. Unfortunately, she has lost 2 children and 2 husbands but still has a great attitude. She could use some notes to brighten her day!

Please send all letters to:

Norma’s Bundle

c/o Mari M.

134 Hodgman Ave

Fairmont, MN 56031

Earl

A note from Earl’s daughter-in-law: Earl served 8 years in the Army and then worked for Eastern Air Lines, and his late wife was a flight attendant. He lived in GA, where they built their home and raised two children. 4 years ago he came to live in NC. His days consist of sleeping, eating, watching TV and then repeating. Every time he goes out, he talks to people and makes them smile with his positivity. His two favorite things were dancing and romancing, which he can't do anymore. He really just loves people and would enjoy receiving mail from you.

Please send all letters to:

Earl’s Bundle

c/o Holly S.

6817 Fairview Church Rd

Trinity, NC 27370

Pat

A note from Pat’s daughter: Pat is a vibrant, resilient woman. She is 84 years old and lives alone in Cape Canaveral, Florida. She loves to laugh, read espionage and mystery, dance to Latin music, and sip scotch. Pat can easily pass the day piddling around a flea market, or soaking up a museum. Pat is quite curious, worldly, and cultured. Her father was a Naval Officer so she spent part of her youth living in Brazil. She lived in Colombia for 3 years as a Peace Corp Volunteer, where she met her 1st husband. Pat taught Spanish at Boulder High School for years. She has 1 daughter and 1 son who live in Colorado. Her 2nd husband of 25 years passed away in 2016. Unfortunately, she lacks interesting activities and friendships around her. She would love to receive a letter from you!

Please send all letters to:

Pat’s Bundle

c/o Teresa V.

4900 W 88th Pl

Westminster, CO 80031

Barbara

A note from Barbara’s granddaughter: Barbara grew up in Monroe, TN and she still lives there to this day. She likes sewing, and enjoys doordashing to get out of the house and be around people. She likes older country music like George Strait and Alan Jackson. She has had a rough couple of years, but she's beaten cancer two times! She has dealt with some pretty bad family problems and she's been really lonely. Letters of love will help to cheer her up!

Please send all letters to:

Barbara’s Bundle

c/o Rachel R.

1137 Green Lea Blvd Apartment L13

Gallatin, TN 37066

Bobby

A note from Bobby’s daughter: She was born and raised in Southern California and recently moved to Northern California to live with family. Her past hobbies were reading, knitting and genealogy, however due to progressing dementia, she is no longer able to manage these activities. She turned 90 in June and could use a bundle of mail to remind her she is loved!

Please send all letters to:

Bobby’s Bundle

c/o Bryn A.

PO Box 870101

Wasilla, AK 99687

Terry

A note from Terry’s stepdaughter: Terry is a sweet older man, who recently turned 75 years young. He is a loving Dad, Stepdad, brother and friend. And his most proud role is that of a grandfather to eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. They all call him PawPaw. Terry was born and raised in a rural town in Texas. He’s a Navy veteran and proud of his service. Terry worked hard in the construction industry and also ran his own business alongside his brother. Terry loves watching all sports, but especially the teams at the University of Texas at Austin. He sadly lost his wife 9 years ago and misses her greatly. He also recently has had some serious health scares but is thankfully doing much better. These letters and cards will definitely cheer him up and help brighten his days!

Please send all letters to:

Terry’s Bundle

c/o Giselle G.

PO Box 1465

Keller, TX 76244

Nancy

A note from Nancy’s granddaughter: Nancy is from Tacoma, WA born and raised. She lost her husband in 2014 due to cancer and has lived alone since. It's been a hard adjustment, especially because she has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. She loves to listen to audio books and hear funny jokes and stories. She is legally blind so large font and thick writing is a must otherwise we can’t share the notes with her. Thank you for helping to lift her spirits. 

Please send all letters to:

Nancy’s Bundle

c/o Sophie D.

2220 Westridge Ave W K102

Tacoma, WA 98466

Vinayak

A note from Vinayak’s granddaughter: Vinayak is a very sweet man who has so many stories to tell. He is 85 this year and still has incredible creativity. He was an English teacher in India for 40 years! He also taught Sanskrit, which is one of the most ancient languages in the world, and still loves to write poems and stories. He loves to read as well, and usually finishes books in a matter of 40 minutes! He has been facing some physical challenges lately, with not being able to walk as fast as he used to, so love from people all over the world will surely help lift his spirits. He is fluent in English, Marathi, Hindi and Sanskrit, so he would love letters in any of those languages!

Please send all letters to:

Vinayak’s Bundle

c/o Anaya A.

18685 NE 63rd Way F203

Redmond, WA 98052

Doreen

A note from Doreen’s caregiver: Doreeen loves to collect rocks and is a very spiritual person. Her career as a yoga instructor has carried her over to the care facility she lives in. She loves to spend time with family. Her favorite holiday is Christmas. Doreen had a brain tumor, followed by a stroke that made her unable to care for herself. She would love to hear positive messages and notes from you.

Please send all letters to:

Doreen’s Bundle

c/o Cynthia M.

2040 Milton Rd

Charlotte, NC 28215

Rita

A note from Rita’s daughter: Rita is 95 years old and loves to read the newspaper and magazines. She enjoys going out for drives and visiting with family. She has 3 children, 3 grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter. She loves to be with her family for holidays and special events.She has worked with the elderly community her whole life and is used to caring for others. It’s hard for her to be still during the day and not take care of the people she loves. She also loves to watch TV and sit outside if it is warm out. She lives in CA but is originally from Minnesota. She lives in a small board and care. It would make her feel so special to receive letters from around the world!

Please send all letters to:

Rita’s Bundle

c/o Erin S.

16 Thalia St

Ladera Ranch, CA 92694

Donna

A note from Donna’s daughter: Donna enjoys watching wildlife and waiting on the mail everyday. She had the best penmanship and would always mail out cards for every occasion. Lately she has been very lonely and this would be just what she needs to help show her she is not alone in the world.

Please send all letters to:

Donna’s Bundle

c/o Kim M.

260 Bells Lake Rd

Prosperity, PA 15329

Yolanda

A note from Yolanda’s daughter-in-law: Yolanda is 64 years old and is a retired lunch lady. She had a cat for 21 years who just passed away recently and has 4 boys all grown up. She has multiple health issues with one of them being Diabetes and she has been down recently due to loss of mobility. She loves to cook and go to Walmart, Costco, and loves to knit as well as watch her iPad. She grew up in Wisconsin. She could really use some letters of love to help lift her spirits.

Please send all letters to:

Yolanda’s Bundle

c/o Melissa G.

3710 Blanchard St 

Los Angeles, CA 90063