Making the World Better, One Act of Grace at a Time

Write a letter to a senior who needs a smile. Don't know who to give it to? We do. We'll make sure it gets delivered.

I'm Grace O'Rourke, a student at Palos Verdes High School. I started Sending Grace in middle school because I believed a kid with a piece of paper could change someone's entire day.

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Grace at Silver Spur Elementary with Sending Grace materials

Our Mission

No One Should Feel Forgotten

Many seniors feel lonely and isolated every single day. I believe a single letter from a child can change that. Write one. If you don't know a senior to give it to, we'll handle the rest.

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Shirley, a resident at a local care facility, holding a Sending Grace letter alongside Grace O'Rourke

Shirley, a resident at a local care facility, holding a letter from a child she's never met. Read her story

A student hugging Grace after a Sending Grace letter-writing session

A student at Lunada Bay Elementary after finishing her letter.

Community Recognition

"Sending Grace builds connections across generations. Students learn empathy and kindness while seniors receive thoughtful messages that help reduce loneliness and remind them they are valued and remembered."

- Mayor Michael Kemps, City of Palos Verdes Estates

How It Works

Find Your Path

Sending Grace works for everyone. Pick the path that fits you.

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For Schools

Whether you're in Southern California or anywhere in the country, there's a way to bring Sending Grace to your students.

✓Southern California: I visit your school in person, lead the session, and deliver the finished letters myself.
✓Anywhere: Download everything free at sendinggrace.org and run a session yourself. Ready to explore? Request a free intro kit — a small package with sample materials, a Sending Grace candle handmade in Palos Verdes, and a personal note from Grace.
✓We'll help make sure every letter finds a senior who needs it.

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For Families

A meaningful 15-minute activity your child can do anywhere, any time. No supplies needed beyond a printer and some crayons.

✓Download a free Mad Lib-style template at sendinggrace.org.
✓Kids fill it out and draw a picture. Takes about 15 minutes.
✓Give it to a senior you know, or email us and we'll make sure it gets delivered at no cost to you.

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