The Badge Archive

Heartfelt Greeting Cards

Fulfills Step 3 of GSUSA Daisy Petal – Friendly and Helpful badge requirements OR Fulfills Step 3 of GSUSA Daisy Petal – Considerate and Caring badge requirements OR Fulfills Step 3 of GSUSA Daisy Petal – Courageous and Strong badge requirements.

Items Needed

  • Blank cards or cardstock paper
  • Pens, markers, or crayons
  • (Optional) Stickers, stamps, or other decorations
  • (Optional) Envelopes

Instructions

  1. Pick a reason or occasion to make a card. Then use blank cards or cardstock to create your cards.
  2. Write thoughtful and kind messages.
  3. Decorate the cards with markers, stickers, or other embellishments to make them extra special.
  4. Place the cards in envelopes if desired. Deliver the cards to brighten someone’s day!

Card Reasons and Occasions:

  • Birthday Cards: Create cheerful cards for local shelters, retirement homes, or individuals who might not have someone to celebrate with.
  • Congratulations Cards: Send cards to celebrate milestones like graduations, new jobs, or personal achievements.
  • Environmental Awareness Cards: Share simple tips or encouragement to support eco-friendly practices in honor of Earth Day.
  • Friendship Cards: Make cards to give to friends, celebrating the bond and support they bring.
  • Get Well Soon Cards for hospital patients to bring encouragement and smiles. Participate in Courage Cards
  • Holiday Cards for Service Members: Craft holiday-themed cards (like Christmas or Hanukkah) for overseas troops, spreading seasonal cheer.
  • Seasonal Cards for occasions like Earth Day, Thanksgiving, or even summer holidays to spread joy throughout the year.
  • Sympathy Cards for Pet Loss: Offer comfort to those mourning the loss of a beloved pet.
  • Thank You Cards for first responders, healthcare workers, teachers, or a guest speaker to show appreciation for their service or time. Thank You cards can be sent to overseas troops serving our country
  • Thinking of You Cards for residents of a nursing home or individuals in need of extra support.
  • Volunteer Appreciation Cards: Create cards to thank volunteers in your community or organization for their dedication and hard work.
  • Welcome Cards for new neighbors or new members of a school or community group to help them feel included.

Resources:

Tia Kennard