ORIGAMI FOR GOOD
est. 2024 by Thyra F. and Vivian L.
A youth-run nonprofit that transforms recycled paper into AAPI art to promote sustainability, celebrate Japanese heritage, and spread joy, connection, and comfort to communities around the world!
Watch Co-Founder Vivian Liu on KHOU11’s “Great Day Houston” for AAPI Month!
Our mission statement
We are a youth-led nonprofit that transforms discarded paper into origami shared with soldiers, youth, seniors, and patients, promoting sustainability while inspiring creativity and appreciation for Japanese art and culture.
Background video and pictures credit: @rb_origami4good, an amazing OFG chapter!
Origami for Environmental Education
Origami for the Environment is an initiative that uses origami tutorials to teach wildlife conservation and biodiversity. Participants fold animals from recycled paper while learning about ecosystems, endangered species, and environmental stewardship through creative, hands-on education.
Origami For Good is a Gloria Barron Prize For Young Heroes Recipient!
The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes awards 25 youth annually—15 of whom receive $10,000 each—and has granted over $1.5 million to young changemakers whose projects have collectively raised more than $31.8 million.
7500+
VOLUNTEERS WORLDWIDE
250+
CHAPTERS/BRANCHES
COUNTRIES
50+
825,000+
ORIGAMI SENT
OUR PARTNERS
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.
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.”
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.
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.
