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Programs

GIA Annual Conference

The 2008 Annual Conference will be held in Princeton, New Jersey, October 29-31 at the Marriott Princeton Hotel & Conference Center.

EngAGEment Initiative

EngAGEment is a two-year pilot program to introduce new community, family, private foundations; corporate grantmakers; as well as wealthy individuals to philanthropy focused on the numerous issues facing our elderly. With the generous support from The Atlantic Philanthropies, GIA will collaborate with up to six regional associations of grantmakers to implement various projects of engagement.

Issue Discussions

Conference Calls on timely topics.

Regional Issues Forum

GIA's first Regional Issues Forum was held in January 2005 in Atlanta, GA. This one day conference was used as an introduction to aging philanthropy with a focus on regional issues and concerns. GIA plans to replicate the format in other regions, with at least two Regional Issues Forums a year in addition to our Annual Conference.

Member Inquiries

GIA members can submit questions for consideration and response from other memebers. Contact Vickie Shortal at vshortal@GIAging.org to post your questions. All responses will be posted on the GIA Web site.

New York GIA

GIA has a chapter in New York. Luncheon meetings are held three times a year for NY area foundations on aging-related topics.

John Feather Diversity Award

Grantmakers In Aging(GIA) established the John Feather Diversity Award (JFDA) to recognize individuals and organizations that embrace diversity as a fundamental element in all levels of their work in aging.

Mentor Program

A GIA program to match experienced personnel in the field of aging with new members, to share insights, lessons learned and best practices. It is an opportunity for of our members to assist with the development of others. A chance to have someone to answer some of the basic questions that arise when you become involved in a new focus area. GIA welcomes all members to join the mentor program.

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Did you know?

"The average age of a first-time grandparent is 48, and 6 percent of American children live with their grandparents."