Sunday Paper PLUS Ambassadors
A Front Row Seat at Maria’s Table. A Commitment to What Matters
Upgrade to AmbassadorA Personal Invitation from Maria Shriver
What You’ll Receive as an Ambassador
When you join as a Sunday Paper PLUS Ambassador, you become a partner in our mission: to create journalism that informs without inflaming, inspires without overwhelming, and builds community in a time of division and distraction.
You’ll receive everything included in Sunday Paper PLUS — like Maria’s award-winning interviews, health and wellness newsletters, curated book discoveries, and our mindful member community — plus exclusive Ambassador-only benefits.
Two exclusive live virtual gatherings with Maria each year — intimate, meaningful, and only for Ambassadors
Gift two annual PLUS memberships to friends or family—your membership grows our community
Ambassador-exclusive social media kit for those who want to amplify the mission and message of The Sunday Paper
Behind-the-scenes access and opportunities to shape what we build next
Full Access to all standard SP+ benefits, including:
- Life Above the Noise with Maria—our award-winning monthly conversation series
- Be Lit + Be Healthy newsletters
- Monday Meditations from Maria
- Unlimited access to I’ve Been Thinking essay archives
- Quote card downloads, ad-free site experience, members-only comments
Support the journalism you believe in — our membership funds a small but mighty team committed to stories that matter
This is more than a membership; it’s a statement. A way to pay it forward.
A front row seat to help shape what comes next.
Support the Journalism You Believe In
Your membership funds a small but mighty team committed to stories that matter
It is this sacred community which helps me now for many reasons—many of us are connecting each Sunday and more. It is rich with those who are kind, compassionate and caring. What the world needs more of now, more than ever!
Dear Friend,
At The Sunday Paper, we believe in the power of stories to move humanity forward. We believe that even in noisy, uncertain times, it’s still possible to lead with dignity, to choose hope, and to live a meaningful life.
If you’re reading this, I have a feeling you believe that too.
That’s why we created our new Ambassador Tier—for those of you who want to do more than subscribe. You want to stand with us. Build with us. Deepen your roots in a community that reflects your values.
Ambassadors are the heart of everything we do. You’re not just receiving stories—you’re helping us tell them. You’re not just part of our community—you’re shaping it. And in a world flooded with AI and noise, your support allows us to keep focusing on what makes us human.
This is a space for people who want to live with intention and help others do the same. It’s a space for leaders of quiet revolutions. And it’s a space for you.
If you’re ready to go deeper, to lead with heart, and to be part of what’s next, I’d be honored to welcome you as a Sunday Paper PLUS Ambassador.
With love,
Where the Greatest Hearts & Minds Gather
Maria, as usual, a very appropriate essay this morning. That is why I purchased a paid membership. Always thoughtful essays from you, wonderful comments, and columns from your many writers inside the Paper.
FAQs
You’ll keep everything you already love about your SP+ membership—Life Above the Noise, Be Lit, Be Healthy, weekly meditations, and more—plus you’ll receive special Ambassador-only benefits like two live virtual gatherings with Maria, two gift memberships to share, exclusive behind-the-scenes access, and a bonus welcome gift (for the first 200 members).
Just click the Upgrade Now button on this page. Your Ambassador membership will replace your current plan and renew annually at $225/year.
Yes. Like your current plan, your Ambassador membership will auto-renew each year on the date of your upgrade. You’ll receive reminders before renewal.
Absolutely. Your Ambassador membership includes full access to all Sunday Paper PLUS benefits, including Life Above the Noise, Monday Meditations, and our entire essay archive.
No worries—we’ll send a private replay to all Ambassadors after each live event.
Yes. If your needs change, you can switch back to a standard PLUS membership or cancel at any time by emailing us at membership@shrivermedia.com
We’re here for you! Email membership@shrivermedia.com with any questions about your upgrade, benefits, or account.
Thank you for inspiring me and creating Sunday Paper PLUS. We need hope. We need each other. We need the love you create!
Support the Journalism You Believe In
Your membership funds a small but mighty team committed to stories that matter
I appreciate and need tis community support to move forward, create new narratives and move the needle in this phase of life.