Make a Valentine.
Make a Difference.
Make a Difference.
Everyone deserves a valentine.
This February, we're on a mission to hand-deliver hundreds of valentines to nursing home residents across Baltimore, and you can help no matter where you live!
Whether you send one or one hundred, your contribution becomes part of a larger act of love, kindness, and human connection. This is your invitation to be part of something joyful, tangible, and deeply needed.
How it works
1. Make one or more valentines.
Use store-bought cards or create your own, anything goes! You can collage, doodle, draw, write, or simply add stickers and a short message of kindness.
2. Write something sweet inside.
Keep messages light, warm, and inclusive. These valentines are for seniors in a nursing home, so:
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Consider beginning with greetings like:
“Dear Friend,” “To My Valentine,” “To Someone Wonderful,” “Hi There,” “Beautiful Human,” etc.Sign it with your first name, a nickname, or something fun like “Your Secret Admirer.”
A compliment ("Your smile lights up the room.")
A memory ("My favorite candy on Valentine’s Day is...")
A joke ("What did the stamp say to the envelope? Stick with me!")
- A quote ("You are never too old to be young at heart.")
- Avoid references to religion, politics, or heavy topics.
​​​​​​​3. Mail your valentines to us.
Once you fill out the short form below, you’ll receive the mailing address to send your cards.
Deadline
This is so we can hand-deliver them during our February 7th event at a local FutureCare senior center. (If they arrive later, we'll still use them for other care home deliveries or next year’s drive).
Who can participate?
Everyone.
Any age. Any location. Any number of cards.
You can:
Send a single masterpiece
Enlist your classroom, scout troop, office, or book club
Make it a solo self-love night with glitter and tea
Or host your own mini craft party and send the batch!
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Want to share?
Use the hashtag #11KActs or tag @MerrimentMaker so we can spread the love even further.
What If My Cards Arrive Late?
If your cards arrive after February 5, we’ll still find them a home!
Late cards will be delivered to another FutureCare location.
Very late cards (arriving after February 10) will be saved for next year’s event.
Nothing will go to waste, your effort will always matter.
Thank you!!
You’re not just mailing a card. You’re sending comfort, connection, and cheer to someone who might really need it. Thank you for choosing kindness.
Let’s make sure no one gets left out this Valentine’s Day.
