ORIGAMI FOR GOOD

est. 2024 by Thyra F. and Vivian L.

A youth-run nonprofit that uses creativity and culture to celebrate Japanese heritage and spread joy, connection, and comfort to communities around the world.

A collection of colorful origami hearts and bookmarks with drawn faces on a tabletop.

Our mission statement

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We are a youth-led nonprofit organization that makes origami and send it to soldiers, youth, seniors, patients, and more in order to inspire creativity and appreciation for Japanese art & culture.

Illustration of an origami swan with yellow and white colors.

7000+

VOLUNTEERS WORLDWIDE

Simple illustration of an origami tulip with geometric shapes

180+

CHAPTERS/BRANCHES

Cartoon origami dinosaur illustration with geometric shapes and yellow accents.

COUNTRIES

50+

Illustrated squid with a brown outline and pink tentacles.

825,000+

ORIGAMI SENT

OUR PARTNERS

  • Krispy Kreme Doughnuts logo with red text and green background.
  • Panda Express logo with a panda in the center and text "Panda Express Chinese Kitchen" around it in a circular design.
  • Texas Children's Hospital logo featuring a red abstract design above the text."
  • Maesa logo with yellow floral emblem and black text
  • Cover of "Good to Great" book by Jim Collins with white text on a red background.
  • RainTree Care logo with a green tree illustration and the text 'Services & Senior Residences' in purple.
  • "Packages 4 Patriots" text with "Patriots" styled in American flag colors.
  • Scholastic logo with icon of an open book, red background.
  • "Restoring Rainbows" logo with blue text and colored pencil icon
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VOLUNTEER

No age, experience, or background required. Whether you are completely new to origami or have folded for your entire life, anyone is the perfect volunteer at Origami For Good. Volunteers part of Origami For Good create origami designs to give by mail. They’re gifted to libraries, hospitals, care centers, and many more places to brighten someone’s day. There is no experience or expenses required besides your dedication to becoming an origami artist.

Colorful origami butterflies on grass in a park setting

Staff Sgt. Michael Reyes, U.S. Army (Ret.)

“That tiny crane reminded me I wasn’t forgotten.”

Yajaira Cardenas, 15

“Leading a chapter taught me leadership and empathy.”

Volunteer sitting at a table with numerous colorful origami cranes.

CHAPTERS

Establish a mini branch of Origami For Good in your local area whether that’s your school or general community. Spread the love of origami and service while learn to develop leadership skills. Learn more about starting a chapter below.

Watch Our Latest TEDx Talk

Catch co-founder Vivian Liu on the TEDx stage as she shares The Lost Art of Living Fully: How Small Moments Spark Big Movements. In this inspiring talk, she reflects on the journey behind Origami For Good and how tiny actions can create a global ripple of change.

Vivian Liu standing on a red circular rug on a stage with "TEDx Third Ward" in large letters behind them.