Everyone deserves
A Bright Spot in the day!

Who doesn’t like surprise mail? A Bright Spot sends uplifting messages to anyone who could use a kind letter, note, or card.

Simple as that.

We aim to make others feel seen, heard, appreciated, supported, and loved.
We do this through supportive cards and notes. Who doesn’t like a surprise “Bright Spot in their day?”
Whatever the need for A Bright Spot, we’ll be there to brighten the day with a card or uplifting note.

We send free cards to individuals, caregivers, hospitalized children and seniors,
deployed service members, or anyone who needs a reminder that they are loved and appreciated.

Volunteer Meetup
April 27th; 1:30-3:30 PM

Earn service hours, meet other volunteers, work on your cards, or help sticker our cards that are being shipped!
We sure could use some help!
Anytime between 1:30-3:30!

1244 Oak Ridge Ave,
McLean, VA 22101

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The Power of Cards

The findings of the recent experiments, carried out by the Brighton-based independent laboratory Mindlab, confirmed that greeting cards increase the sense of well-being. [SEE THE FULL ARTICLE]

Simply put, if you receive one, you feel better. Time is the most precious gift anyone can give. So, if someone spends time choosing, writing then giving or posting a greeting card, the recipient knows they have been given some of the sender’s precious time …

DR. LYNDA SHAW

Leading Neuroscientist

What people are saying about us …

Local charity uses greeting cards to spread love and support

(November 21, 2023)

Fox5DC: ‘A Bright Spot’ organization spreads joy one card at a time [Video]

The cards we received from A Bright Spot were awesome. They were simple but meaningful and sometimes it’s the littlest things that can make the biggest different for the families here at the Ronald McDonald House. Plus, our staff loved receiving a note as well, what a great way to brighten someone day and put a smile on their face!

Thanks again!

Emily Zikorus

Director of Annual Giving, RMHC Maryland

I wanted to let you know that we received the donation of cards you and other volunteers so thoughtfully created! We will look to place these cards in our Great Room for our guest families and I will be in touch as guests continue to grab cards to brighten their days. This is a wonderful idea and I thank you so much again for thinking of us as an Organization that could benefit from these beautiful, thoughtful cards.

Thank you!

Olivia Kresse

Volunteer Services Coordinator, RMHC Eastern Wisconsin

I am part of a Church Ministry and contacted Bright Spot to get more information. Fast reply and super easy. Our group got together for breakfast and then wrote out cards for about 100 kids. Thanks Bright Spot for helping kids have a little Bright Spot in their day. We plan on supporting this organization often.

Mary Crowe

My children have received multiple notes and cards from Bright Spot that had a caring message inside just to let them know they were being thought of. They were thrilled to receive a little piece of mail that was just for them. I highly recommend contacting Bright Spot if you want to send a message to a child (or anyone!) to help brighten their day.

Donna-Rose Dingee

Thank you to a Bright Spot for all the support that have given, specially with me being overseas, They have been a big supporter especially with not having family and friends around for holidays or special events. Thank you to all the people who help out Bright Spot.

J.C.

US Air Force Airman

Bright spot has sent me cards at the exact time I have needed them for encouragement and support. Dede is a great leader with this organization and has a great heart and passion to help and encourage and support people with a bright spot of a handwritten card. It is really REALLLLLY so rewarding to receive. K. B

K. B.

Ohio

Bright Spot brings kindness into our crazy world. We forget how something as simple as a note can uplift a person and show them self-worth and happiness.
If you know someone or an organization that would benefit with an uplifting note in the mail please message A Bright Spot.

We need more acts of kindness in this world!

L. B. H.

Virginia

Truly the most friendly team ever! Had so much fun while making cards for people in need.

A. H.

United Kingdom

A Bright Spot gave my daughter an opportunity to serve her community. Even though she is little, she is very mighty and is eager to get involved in community service. She feels like she is changing the world and is learning about the wealth of kindness at the same time. We will definitely be making more cards and sharing smiles.
With love, a proud Mama from Ashburn.