Sending out pins is a thing of the past. There is no option to request one.
A lot of pins got lost or stolen in the mail, and the cost of handling and shipping such items far exceeded the value. Instead Google brought back the Connect Live events where active and helpful LGs get invited to travel and stay on Googles dime to meet fellow LGs and Google staff to socialize and learn about upcoming features, discuss and provide feedback to the Googlers.
Right now we are holding our breaths as the invitations for the 3 2026 events are going out any day now.
Learn more here
https://www.localguidesconnect.com/t/raise-your-hand-for-connectlive-2026/498313
The application date for 2026 events as already expired.