White House Greeting Requests
Thank you for your interest in requesting a greeting from the President and Mrs. Obama. The White House Greetings Office can only send greetings for events prior to January 19, 2017. Please carefully review the guidelines below before submitting your request. Requests that do not comply with the guidelines or contain sufficient information cannot be fulfilled. Requests for events that will occur beyond January 19, 2017 should not be submitted.
- U.S. CITIZENS: The White House will send greetings only to United States citizens for special occasions as outlined below.
- WHEN TO EXPECT YOUR GREETING: The Greetings Office will make every attempt to process requests for events that occur before January 19, 2017 but cannot guarantee all requests will be fulfilled. Whenever possible, greetings will be mailed from the White House approximately 14 days prior to the event.
- GUIDELINES: Greetings are only available for the events below:
Baby’s Birth
Baby greetings are available for babies within a year of their birth date. Please make your request after the baby is born.
Birthdays
Birthday greetings are available for civilians celebrating their 100th birthday.
Weddings
Weddings must occur before January 19, 2017 for a greeting to be sent from the President and Mrs. Obama.
Wedding Anniversaries
An anniversary card can be sent to couples who are celebrating their 50th, 60th, or 70th wedding anniversary.
Eagle Scout/Girl Scout Gold Awards
Ceremony must take place before January 19, 2017.
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As a seasoned enthusiast well-versed in the intricacies of White House protocol, I'd like to share my expertise on the matter of White House greeting requests. Having delved into the detailed guidelines outlined by the White House Greetings Office, I can confidently shed light on the specific criteria and limitations associated with this unique process.
Firstly, it's imperative to acknowledge that the White House Greetings Office caters exclusively to events that occurred before January 19, 2017. This temporal boundary is crucial for understanding the context of the greeting requests and aligning them with the tenure of President Barack Obama and Mrs. Obama.
For U.S. citizens seeking these distinguished greetings, certain occasions are eligible for consideration. The meticulous guidelines stipulate that greetings are exclusively available for specific events, namely:
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Baby's Birth: Greetings can be requested for babies within a year of their birth date. It is emphasized that requests should be made post-birth.
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Birthdays: Birthday greetings are reserved for civilians celebrating their 100th birthday, adding an element of exclusivity to this category.
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Weddings: To receive a greeting from President and Mrs. Obama, weddings must have taken place before January 19, 2017. This temporal constraint is a crucial factor in the eligibility of wedding-related requests.
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Wedding Anniversaries: Couples celebrating their 50th, 60th, or 70th wedding anniversary can request an anniversary card. Again, the ceremony must have taken place before the aforementioned date.
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Eagle Scout/Girl Scout Gold Awards: Ceremonies for these awards must have occurred before January 19, 2017, to be eligible for a greeting.
Understanding the when and how of these requests is equally important. The Greetings Office endeavors to process requests for events occurring before the specified date, aiming to dispatch greetings approximately 14 days prior to the event whenever feasible.
For those navigating the intricacies of White House greeting requests, adherence to these guidelines is paramount. It's essential to note that requests failing to comply with the outlined criteria or lacking sufficient information may regrettably go unfulfilled.
In conclusion, the White House Greetings Office's approach is meticulous and tailored to specific events, reflecting a commitment to maintaining the integrity and exclusivity of these presidential acknowledgments. For those seeking to engage with this process, careful consideration of the guidelines is key to a successful and memorable interaction with the Presidential Greetings Office.
FAQs
The Presidential Greetings Office takes at least 6-8 weeks to process and send requests. They plan greetings to arrive the day of or the day before the event, assuming it was submitted at least 6 weeks before.
Can I write a message to the President? ›
Write a letter to the President
If you write a letter, please consider typing it on an 8 1/2 by 11 inch sheet of paper. If you hand-write your letter, please consider using pen and writing as neatly as possible. Please include your return address on your letter as well as your envelope.
How can I directly email the President? ›
You must have a browser that supports forms in order to use it. If you do not see text editing areas below, your browser does not support forms. In that case, send mail directly to president@whitehouse.gov instead.
What is the address of the White House Greeting Office? ›
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
How do I get a greeting from the President? ›
Presidential greetings are available for select birthday and anniversary celebrations. They are also available for births and weddings. If you would like to self-request a Presidential Greeting, please submit your request on the White House's website here. The inbox is checked daily for greeting requests.
How many emails does the President get a day? ›
MIKE KELLEHER: In his first week as President, he asked for ten letters every day and every day since, we've given it to him. We get 65,000 paper letters every week, we get something like 100,000 e-mails, 1,000 faxes, 2,500 to 3,500 calls per day.
Does the President read emails? ›
Does the President personally read the messages people send him? Because so many of you write, the President cannot personally review each message, though he does receive samples of his incoming correspondence.
How many rooms are in the White House? ›
The White House remains a place where history continues to unfold. There are 132 rooms, 35 bathrooms, and 6 levels in the Residence. There are also 412 doors, 147 windows, 28 fireplaces, 8 staircases, and 3 elevators.
How do I send an email to the vice president of the United States? ›
In that case, send mail directly to vice.president@whitehouse.gov instead.
Does the White House have a pool? ›
The White House requires 570 gallons of paint to cover its outside surface. For recreation, the White House has a variety of facilities available to its residents, including a tennis court, a jogging track, swimming pool, movie theater, billiard room, and a bowling lane.
The White House's Value Is Estimated to Be Almost $400 Million. It's hard to put a price tag on American history, but Zillow is trying. The real-estate company has calculated the estimated worth of the White House, valuing the presidential estate at $397.9 million.
What number president is Biden? ›
Joe Biden's tenure as the 46th president of the United States began with his inauguration on January 20, 2021.
How do I contact Trump? ›
General correspondence, requests for military retirement and other congratulatory letters, and media inquiries can be submitted through the Office of Donald J. Trump at www.45office.com.
What is the President's official address? ›
| White House |
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| Address | 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, D.C. 20500 U.S. |
| Coordinates | 38°53′52″N 77°02′11″W |
| Current tenants | Joe Biden, President of the United States and the First Family |
| Construction started | October 13, 1792 |
19 more rowsIn that case, send mail directly to first.lady@whitehouse.gov instead.
Do you get a letter from the President when you become an Eagle Scout? ›
Congratulatory greetings from the President are available for a birthday (for persons 80 years of age or over), a wedding anniversary (50 years of marriage or more), a birth (within one year), or upon achieving rank of Eagle Scout or the Girl Scout Gold Award.
Does the President respond to letters? ›
Because so many of you write, the President cannot personally review each message, though he does receive samples of his incoming correspondence. The White House Correspondence staff helps him read and respond to the mail.
How can I get a Christmas card from the President? ›
White House Christmas Cards (now called “Holiday Cards”), are restricted to political supporters, people who donate to presidential campaigns, political supporters and White House staff and members of the media. So does that mean there is no way to get on “the list”? No. It just means you have to work harder to do it.
How to apply for a 100 year birthday card from Queen? ›
In order to receive a congratulatory message from The Queen for 100th, 105th birthdays and every year thereafter, it is necessary to complete the form overleaf and return it to the Anniversaries Office, Buckingham Palace. Please DO NOT return this form until three weeks before the celebration date.
