Our new "Pen Pal" Program is about enriching the lives of the children at Hopeful Home and of folks who would like to establish a friendship with them. While we prefer individuals sponsor a child we recognize that not everyone has the financial means to do so. We offer this program as an alternative.
The primary advantage of having a pen pal for a child at Hopeful Home is that it connects them with someone who cares about them. It allows children to connect to those from other cultures and potentially to create lifetime bonds. Writing and receiving letters or emails is also a way to help children improve their literacy skills.
We encourage pen pals to establish direct contact with children through emails, letters or even better -- personal visits. The personal connection can be immensely rewarding.
You will learn about the child's culture, interests and goals and see their development as the child grows older. Simply put, knowing that you are establishing a bond can be fulfilling.
The children appearing below on this page have expressed an interest in having a new Pen Pal. Follow the link from their picture to find out information about the child and determine who you would like to correspond with.
Please use the contact form at the bottom of this page to request a child to become a pen pal with. Simply fill in your name, provide your email address and state in the message form that You would like to become a pen pal with (state the child's name). In addition, we would appreciate it if you could provide a little information about yourself.
Once we receive your message, we will get in touch with you by email. Please be warned that it may take several days to get back to you. You may also email Dinesh regarding the pen pal program at: penpalhopefulhome@gmail.com
After you have been accepted as part of the program, please use the form appearing at the bottom of this page to communicate with your pen pal child. Please provide your name, email address and the name of your Pen Pal. Then write your letter in the message part of the form. You can also attach files such as a picture of yourself. It's that easy!
Wondering about what to write or photos to send? View some suggestions on what to share and what to avoid.
Please be aware that it may be some time until you hear back from the child. Their days are busy -- homework always comes first -- and writing is a challenge for some of the children.
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