Connect Through Letters: Be a Pen Pal to a Child in Africa
Program Overview
In Africa, there’s a saying: Sometimes a true friend means more than family. For countless children facing poverty, early marriage, limited access to education, and adult responsibilities as early as age 12, a kind word can make a lasting impact.
The Pen Pal Program was created to bring hope through simple, heartfelt letters. By writing just once or twice a month, you can offer encouragement on t...
In Africa, there’s a saying: Sometimes a true friend means more than family. For countless children facing poverty, early marriage, limited access to education, and adult responsibilities as early as age 12, a kind word can make a lasting impact.
The Pen Pal Program was created to bring hope through simple, heartfelt letters. By writing just once or twice a month, you can offer encouragement on topics like education, health, love, and resilience, messages that remind a child they matter and that their future holds promise.
More than 5,000 children are currently waiting to hear from someone who cares. After you sign up, you’ll receive profiles by email and can choose a child to write to, based on your time and interests.
If you’re interested, the program also offers orientation calls to ...
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- 1-2 Years
- Childcare & Children
- Community Development
- Counseling
- Economic Development
- Education
- American
- Australian
- Brazilian
- British
- British Virgin Islander
- Canadian
Updated Apr 20, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Online
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- American
- Australian
- Brazilian
- British
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
21+
Duration
- 1-2 Years
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Anyone with a kind heart and a desire to uplift children can join, including individuals, families, students, teachers, churches, NGOs, companies, retirees, and more. No special skills are required, just compassion and commitment.
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