Pen Pal Program

As a Pen Pal you will be paired with a local elementary schooler and exchange handwritten letters throughout the school year. You will also get the opportunity to meet you elementary pen pal in person at our amazing Kids Fair in the spring! This program is for you if you enjoy interacting with kids, are looking to be part of an inclusive and wholesome community on campus, and want to get involved here at the University of Michigan!

More Information

Send ~ one handwritten letter [per pen pal] per month

Free letter writing supplies and new friends

Have the choice to be paired between 1 – 3 penpals

Attend Kids Fair at the end of the school year and get the chance to meet your elementary pen pal

Low time commitment fitting for a busy academic schedule

Make a positive impact on a local elementary schooler

Attend letter writing writing party with other college pen pals

And more!