My Dear Friend

Lead With Bold Kindness. Be a MDF Ambassador.

The My Dear Friend (MDF) Ambassador Program is your chance to lead with kindness this holiday season. As an Ambassador, you’ll write thoughtful My Dear Friend cards to seniors living in care homes near you—many of whom rarely get visitors.

Write cards solo or with friends!

Earn service hours now through December 15th!

Brighten the lives of seniors in care in your local community!

Sign up now — and let’s make it official so we can send everything you need to get started!

Why be an Ambassador?

Students writing holiday cards for seniors Students spreading kindness and empathy  Youth leadership and service program  Students earning volunteer hours
kids writing holiday cards
Kids volunteering for seniors in care

It’s a (fun!) and powerful way to build empathy, grow leadership skills, and spark joy in someone’s day.

We help 8th graders connect with local senior homes to provide handwritten My Dear Friend cards to their residents!

Become an Ambassador to

  • write cards solo or with friends.

  • earn service hour credit for clubs or school.

  • bring cheer to local seniors in care with YOUR cards!

    Join us now through December 15th, 2025 to reach 100,000 seniors in care this holiday season!

👉 We’ll give you everything you need—from card-writing ideas to how to call your local senior home — you’ll always feel supported.

👉 Sign up below to get started!

8th Grade Ambassor Program

Sign up. Receive the email. Make it official.

Call your local senior home — with our help.

Write your MDF cards solo or with Friends.

Report your cards with us so you can send them on and we can confirm your service!