Why This Matters

A paper crane is more than folded paper. It carries intention.

The International Peace stamp celebrates that symbol.
We’re inviting you to bring it to life.

Say It With a Crane.
Fold a crane. Choose your intention. Send it to someone who matters.

How to Participate

01

Fold

Make your origami crane using a single sheet of square paper. Any size. Any color. Any paper will do. Folding guides are free and available HERE.

02

Write

Choose one intention to guide your message: Love, Honor, or Forgiveness.

Write your intention on your crane. Then write a letter expressing your love or honor, or asking for or offering forgiveness to someone meaningful in your life.

03

Send

Mail your letter and crane to your chosen recipient. If you are in the USA, consider using the International Peace Stamp. You may order the stamp HERE or purchase at your local post office.

04

Receive

If you’d like, upload a photo of your crane (and your letter, if you choose).

You’ll receive a Certificate of Participation.

Love = “I appreciate you.” | Honor = “I want to recognize you.” | Forgiveness = “I’m ready to forgive or looking for forgiveness.”

A special option for U.S. participants

If you are mailing your crane from within the United States, you may wish to use the “International Peace” stamp, issued by the United States Postal Service in 2026. It will be available online HERE and at many post offices.

The stamp features an origami crane, folded by the founder of the Peace Crane Project.

For those who choose to use it, the stamp becomes part of the message.

Optional

Upload a photo of your crane & receive a certificate

Some participants choose to document their participation by uploading a photo of their folded crane.
If you upload a photo, you’ll receive a Certificate of Participation—perfect for classrooms, groups, and personal keepsakes.
Names may be first-name only if preferred, or simply a group name, or anonymous.

For classrooms, individuals, and community groups

Our activities are designed for groups of any size and age.
We encourage reflection, empathy, and hands-on learning, using only simple materials and flexible timing.

Adaptable for classrooms, groups, or individual participation

Works across ages and cultures

Supports social-emotional learning and arts integration

Love Honor Forgive – Your thoughts and wishes take flight.

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You will receive additional valuable information to help you make the most of the program. We also have a Facebook group where you may find exchange partners, share tips and photos, ask questions, and chat with other members.

DISCLAIMER: The Peace Crane Project is not affiliated with or endorsed by the United States Postal Service. References to the International Peace stamp are for informational purposes only.