8th Grade Ambassador Program

Lead With Bold Kindness. Be a MDF Ambassador.

The My Dear Friend (MDF) Ambassador Program is your
chance to:

Write cards solo or with friends!

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Earn service hours now through December 15th!

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

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👉 Share your info so we can send an email with next steps.

Why be an Ambassador?

Students writing holiday cards for seniors Students spreading kindness and empathy Youth leadership and service program Students earning volunteer hours
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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 (like you) connect with local senior homes to provide handwritten My Dear Friend cards to their residents.

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

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8th Grade Ambassador Program
How it works.

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Sign up. Receive the email. Make it official.

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Call your local senior home — with our help.

Write your MDF cards solo or with Friends.

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

Get started
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My daughter is always looking for ways to give back and volunteer. She is young but rallied her friends together and had a card making party.

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-My Dear Friend Card Writer, 2024