Find a Prison Pen Pal

Connecting hearts through letters. Paper Lanterns is a safe, modern prison penpal website.

Browse inmate profiles, connect with pen pals for inmates, and build meaningful connections through correspondence.

Welcome to Paper Lanterns – A Prison Penpal Website

Paper Lanterns connects you with incarcerated individuals seeking meaningful correspondence. Whether you're looking to find a prison pen pal, support someone during their incarceration, or discover resources for families of the incarcerated, we're here to help.

Our platform makes it easy to browse inmate profiles, learn how to write to a prisoner safely, and build connections that matter. Every profile is reviewed to ensure a respectful, supportive environment for pen pals and inmates alike.

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Resources for Families of the Incarcerated

Having a loved one in prison can be challenging. Paper Lanterns provides support and resources for families of incarcerated individuals, including communication tools, facility lookup, and community support.