It started with friendship...
Did you know that of Canada's 6 million+ senior citizens, close to 500,000 live in care facilities, such as long term care and nursing homes? These individuals can face both physical and mental health challenges, which have been amplified as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Founded by four friends, Sending Sunshine is a registered charity that seeks to provide a ray of happiness in the lives of older adults living in Canada and beyond.
Sending Sunshine spreads kindness and connection through handwritten cards created by people in Canada and beyond. We deliver cards to care facilities across the country, where they are shared with seniors to bring joy, comfort, and meaningful moments to their everyday lives. Additionally, through our Senior Nomination, Chapter, and Pen Pal Programs, we create opportunities for people to build connections and make a positive impact through the simple act of sending a thoughtful card.
Mission
To connect seniors living in Canada with people from around the globe through the power of the written word, while promoting volunteerism among youth.
Vision
A world in which every senior citizen will never feel alone.
Values
Respect
Treating all people with dignity
Service
Being of benefit to members
of the community
Diversity
Capitalizing on the differences
that make us unique
Through the Years
May 2020
Had the idea to start Sending Sunshine and got to work
September 2021
Launched our Chapter Program
February 2024
Launched our Senior Nomination Program
June 2020
Became an official not-for-profit corporation
September 2022
Received the June Callwood Outstanding Achievement Award for Voluntarism
June 2025
300,000 cards received
August 2020
Officially launched our non-profit & received our first card
January 2023
Became a Registered Charity
August 2026
Celebrated our 6 year anniversary
February 2021
Launched our Pen Pal Program
December 2023
200,000 cards received
Sending Sunshine has expanded! Explore via Our Team.