father's day letterbox project
bought to you by HomeCo Roselands
Share a Little Joy This Father’s Day
Right here in our local aged care homes, there are dads, grandads, and father figures who won’t get a visit or a card this Father’s Day. You can change that — in just a few minutes.
HomeCo Roselands has partnered with Connected AU to bring you our special Father’s Day Letterbox Project. By joining in, you’ll be helping to deliver joy, connection, and kindness to a local resident through a handwritten letter, card, artwork, or craft.
📬 Here’s what’s next:
Follow the step-by-step instructions below
Scroll down to read our tips and inspo for what to write or create
Join our 2 fantastic Father’s Day challenges for your chance to win!
It’s simple, heartfelt, and makes an enormous difference — and it starts right here.
Be the reason someone smiles this Father’s Day.
Brighten a local dad or grandad’s day this Father’s Day by sending a heartfelt letter, drawing, or handmade card to a resident in a nearby aged care home.
🤝 Connect with the Isolated
Foster real human connection by reaching out to those who may not have visitors or family nearby.
👨👩👧 Get a Group!
Get your school, workplace, or community group involved — kids’ art, heartfelt notes, and simple crafts all bring joy.
🔗 Break Barriers
Break down social isolation and create intergenerational bonds through the power of handwritten letters.
🌱 Teach Good Habits
Encourage empathy and kindness while engaging in a rewarding volunteer experience.
Reconnecting with the magic of handwritten letters.
One simple idea. Thousands of beautiful connections.
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You’ll see first-hand the smiles and connections you’ve helped create.
3. Wait and see the impact
Once it’s ready, bring your letter, artwork, or craft back here and pop it into our special Father’s Day Letterbox at the shopping centre.
We’ll make sure it’s delivered to someone locally who will treasure it.
If you need some inspiration or tips to get started, scroll down.
2. DROP IT IN THE MAILBOX
Write a heartfelt letter, draw a picture, make a handmade card, or create a simple craft — anything that will bring a smile to a dad or grandad in a local aged care home.
You can do it yourself, with your family, your school class, or your workplace team.
1. CREATE SOMETHING SPECIAL
how does it work?
instructions
💬 Share a story
Tell them about a favourite childhood memory, a recent holiday, or something fun you did this week.
😂 Tell a dad joke
It is Father’s Day after all! A cheesy joke or two is guaranteed to make them smile.
🎨 Get creative
Draw a picture, paint something colourful, or make a simple craft — especially great for kids.
🌏 Share something about where you live
Describe the local area, the weather, or a special event happening nearby so they feel connected to the community.
📖 Talk about hobbies
Share what you love doing in your spare time, and ask about theirs.
💌 Keep it kind
Simple words of encouragement, appreciation, or “thinking of you” go a long way.
Tips and Inspo
Not sure what to say? You’re not alone — writing to someone you’ve never met can feel a little unusual at first. But that’s the beauty of it! Your letter, card, or artwork is simply a small spark of kindness to brighten someone’s day.
Here are some easy ways to get started:
This Father’s Day, you have the chance to make someone feel seen, valued, and connected — simply through the power of a handwritten card, letter, or piece of art.
You don't need to do anything else, just pick up a pen and paper, create something and drop it back of here. It's that easy.
FREE MEMBERSHIP
When you take part in the Father’s Day Letterbox Project, you’ll also receive a free 12-month membership to the Connected AU community — valued at $379.
Your membership includes:
🎨 Access to all our online clubs (Art, Book, Garden, Cooking, and more)
🎤 Invitations to live events, workshops, and guest sessions
🎧 Our weekly podcast and member-only newsletters
💌 Ongoing participation in the Letterbox Project all year round
🌟 A warm, positive community focused on lifestyle, wellbeing, and genuine connection
📧 How to claim:
Email hello@connectedau.au after you’ve joined the project, and we’ll set up your free account.
Step away from screens and distractions to focus on something truly meaningful—one letter at a time.
Refreshed and reconnected
Slow down, be present, and engage in a rewarding practice that fosters gratitude and empathy.
Grounded and mindful
Know that your time and effort are creating real impact, bringing comfort and companionship to someone experiencing loneliness.
Accomplished and Proud
Join thousands of schools, businesses, and individuals working together to reduce loneliness and strengthen communities.
Part of a movement
Feel the warmth of meaningful human connection as you build intergenerational bonds with those who need it most.
Connected and compassionate
Experience the joy of making a real difference in someone's life through the simple act of writing a letter.
Inspired and Purposefull
“Last year, Max received a card and artwork through the Father’s Day Letterbox Project, and it had such a profound impact on him.
He proudly showed them to staff and other residents, reading the messages over and over. You could see how much it meant to know someone in the community had taken the time to think of him.
And Max wasn’t the only one — the whole facility felt brighter that week. The conversations, the smiles, and the sense of connection lasted long after the day itself.
It reminded us all how powerful a simple act of kindness can be.”
MIchelle 29
“Taking part in the Letterbox Project last year was such a special experience for our family.
Our kids loved making a card and drawing pictures, and it opened up conversations about kindness and thinking of others. Knowing our letter went to someone who might be alone on Father’s Day made it even more meaningful. It was such a simple thing for us to do, but it created a real sense of connection — not just for the person who received it, but for our whole family.”
Priya 45
“We couldn’t be with Pop this year — or most years — as we live overseas.
We are so grateful that his lovely aged care home got him involved in the Father’s Day Letterbox Project.
He received the most beautiful card and artwork from local families, and it made him feel so connected to the community where he lives.
Knowing people nearby took the time to think of him has meant the world to us.”
sarah 26
The Impact