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Make new meaningful connections through 🐌 mail 

Building friendships through the art of handwritten letters.

Born2Write

Age 15

Girl on Hammock

Playing guitar is my passion and my favorite passtime is watching reruns of FRIENDS.

StarryDream14

Age 17

Girl with Long Hair

Aspiring fashion designer.

PenGal4U

Age 13

Girl with Braids

Hip Hop dance. Afrobeat music. I love movies (aspiring filmaker)!

SunnySkies22

Age 14

Girl with Blue Hair

Content creator. Traveling inspires me.

Safety is really important to us here at Pen Gals, so who you see below is a representative example of who you'll find once you join us. We'll never share your personal details.

Who's on pen gals?

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Improve
Letter Writing Skills

Get Creative

Make New Friends

Get to Know
Another Culture

Share Interests

Learn Something New

About pen gals

At pen gals, we believe in the power of the pen to bridge distances and bring hearts closer. Living in our digital age, moments, messages, and notifications are so very fleeting. The speed of life, with so much of it happening behind our screens, leaves many of us feeling alone, disconnected.
 
Our mission is to combat that loneliness and create meaningful connections by fostering friendships between girls and women from different corners of the world — one heartfelt, hand-crafted letter at a time.
 
Through connecting like-minded pen gals and offering courses on the fundamental beauty of letter writing, we hope to build a more inclusive, understanding, and loving global community.

Our Partners

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The Art of Letter Writing
 

Writing letters is nearly a lost art — but it doesn’t have to be!

Learn the foundations of letter writing to revive this sacred craft. This course is designed to teach participants of all ages the timeless art of pen pal letter writing. It integrates mindfulness practices, creative letter art, and the joy of personal connection through handwritten correspondence.

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Scrapbooking 101

Make your letters truly unique with scrapbooking elements

Learn the art of scrapbooking with our expert tips, must-have product recommendations, and step-by-step guides designed to make your letter art truly stand out. Add a little extra magic to your snail mail and surprise your pen pal with something unforgettable! 🎨💌

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Reviews of pen gals

I met my new BFF!
This space is such a safe and supportive community. I really enjoy receiving letters in the mail and I get excited to write back. This is my new favorite hobby.

Alayah G.

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I can't wait to check the mail!
Receiving letters in the mail is so exciting. I look forward to seeing what's inside the envelope including the stickers and art my pen gal has made for me. It makes me feel special and important. 

Clara V.

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My favorite part of the week!
Signing up for pen gals has made me more aware of my thoughts and feelings as I sit down to write my new friend every week. I feel like it's unlocked a part of me that's more expressive and mindful.

Yolanda J.

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I feel more confident writing
Having someone in a different country looking to my letter to improve their language skills makes me feel a sense of responsibility. I am also learning a lot about different cultures and it's fascinating. 

Mila B.

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Upload your photo and tell us about yourself, your interests, and the type of pen pal you're looking for.

1. Create Your Profile

Browse through profiles to find a pen pal who shares your interests.

2. Find A Pal

Exchange letters filled with stories, cultural insights, and creative expressions.

3. Start Writing

Continue to get to know friends from around the world!

4. Build Lasting Friendships

How It Works

Giving Back

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Did You Know?

All of our Letter Craft Maven members get lifetime access to these (and all yet-to-be-created) courses! 
 
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