Become aBanner Maker
You don't have to be an artist to make a difference. We're looking for volunteers who want to create personalized banners for children experiencing long-term hospital stays — each one made with care, for a specific child and their interests.
How it works
Sign Up
Complete our Banner Maker registration form below.
Get Your Assignment
We'll send the child's approved banner info and design guidelines. Please don't begin a banner until you receive an assignment.
Create Your Banner
Follow our guidelines and add your own creativity.
Return Your Banner
Submit or return your completed banner by the provided deadline.
Make a Difference
Your banner is delivered to a child to brighten their hospital stay.
Banner Maker expectations
Because every banner is personalized and connected to a specific child, here's exactly what happens after you sign up.
Please expect a wait
- Requests are matched with volunteers based on the child's needs, design, location, and current volunteer count.
- You may not receive an assignment immediately after signing up.
- Some requests are fulfilled quickly, while others take longer.
Shipping may be required
- Depending on your location, you may be asked to ship your completed banner to Brighter Days Banners or an approved destination.
- If shipping is required, we'll send instructions before you begin.
- Please do not mail a banner anywhere until you receive shipping instructions from us.
Banner size
- Standard size: 18" × 24".
- Acceptable range: 16" × 20" to 24" × 36".
- Please don't create a banner outside these dimensions unless you've received approval.
Design requirements
- Personalized for the assigned child, using their requested colors and interests when possible.
- Large, easy-to-read lettering; positive and encouraging; clean and neatly finished.
- No glitter or loose materials that may shed, and nothing that could create a safety concern.
Before you start
- You'll receive the child's approved banner information and design guidelines before beginning.
- Your assignment will tell you where to send it, your deadline, how to ship or drop off, and any special instructions.
- If you can't complete your assignment by the deadline, please contact us as soon as possible.
Materials checklist
Required
Banner material · Approved paint & markers · Ruler & measuring tape · Pencil for sketching · Scissors · Approved adhesive · Our design guidelines
Optional
Stencils · Letter templates · Approved decorations
Students: want volunteer hours?
Students may be able to receive documented volunteer hours for their work with Brighter Days Banners. Credit depends on your school or organization accepting the hours — we can document the work completed but cannot guarantee another organization will approve them.