Letters to the Next Generation is a community-wide initiative created by Khay Renee to remind middle school students that they are seen, valued, and capable of overcoming life's challenges.

Through handwritten and digital letters of encouragement from people of all ages, we're coming together to speak hope, resilience, and kindness into the lives of the next generation as they begin a new school year. Write a letter of hope to a middle school student—because sometimes a few encouraging words are all it takes to remind someone to Keep Shooting.

How to Submit

  • Complete the form below and type your letter directly into the Letter Submission section.

  • If you've written your letter in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) or saved it as a PDF, you may upload your file using the Letter Upload field.

    Please submit only one letter per form. If you'd like to submit additional letters, simply complete the form again.

  • Are you local to Nashville and prefer to write by hand? We'd love to receive it.

    If you'd like to submit a handwritten letter, select this option on the form and complete your contact information. I'll reach out to coordinate a convenient drop-off or meet-up to collect your letter.

    Please keep your letter to approximately one page and follow the same submission guidelines listed above.

    This option is intended for those who prefer writing by hand, including community members who may not be comfortable submitting their letter online.

Submission Details

  • What do you wish someone had told you when you were in middle school?

  • Tell a student about a time you wanted to quit but kept going.

  • What does "Keep Shooting" mean to you?

  • Share words of encouragement with a student who may be struggling or doubting themselves.

Submission Prompts

  • Keep your letter to approximately one page.

  • Write with middle school students (ages 11–14) in mind.

  • To ensure every student feels included, please avoid references to religion or specific religious beliefs.

  • Focus on encouragement, hope, resilience, kindness, and perseverance.

  • Do not include phone numbers, email addresses, social media handles, mailing addresses, or any other personal contact information.

  • You may sign your letter with your first name only or submit it anonymously.

  • To preserve the heart of this initiative, every letter will be reviewed before distribution to ensure it is encouraging, age-appropriate, and aligned with the mission of this initiative.

Submission Guidelines

By submitting your letter, you give KR Shot It permission to print and distribute it as part of the Letters to the Next Generation initiative.

Submission Consent

Letter Submission Form

Thank you for supporting our future letters! To submit a letter please click the button below. If you have any questions, please reach out via email at khay@krshotit.com.