The end of the year offers an incredible opportunity to reflect on what truly matters — and to invest in a brighter tomorrow. At Generations United, we're dedicated to improving the lives of children, youth, older adults, and grandfamilies and creating a world where people of all ages can thrive.

This Giving Season, we invite you to join us in making a meaningful difference for children, youth, older adults, and families. At the heart of our work is a simple truth: connection is prevention. When people of all ages feel supported, valued, and connected, their health, well-being, and resilience improve. Your generosity helps us put this belief into action nationwide.

By contributing today, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping initiatives that promote intergenerational connection, understanding, and well-being.

Every donation made by December 31 will be matched dollar-for-dollar by our Board of Directors. That means your impact will be doubled, making your generosity go even further.

Together, let's create a future where every generation is empowered and supported. Donate today!

Meet Generations United's New Board Members

We are excited to welcome Ernest Gonzales, NYU Silver School of Social Work, and Kyle Rakow, AARP, to our Board of Directors. We are grateful for their service and look forward to the expertise and leadership they bring. Learn more about our board members here.

Save the Date for Global Intergenerational Week 2026 and Join us for the North America Launch Event!

Now in its sixth year, Global Intergenerational Week (April 24–30) continues to grow as an international celebration of intergenerational relationships and programs. Join North America's country leads—Generations United and The Eisner Foundation from the United States, CórimAZ from Mexico, and Volunteer Canada from Canada—on February 4th for an overview of the week and the many ways individuals and organizations can participate. Register for the event.

New Resource: Honoring and Supporting Grandfamilies & Kinship Families in Your Congregation

This tip sheet, prepared by our partners at NCBA, provides background information on kinship/grandfamilies and offers suggestions to faith communities to help them better serve their members who are living in kinship/grandfamilies.Access the tip sheet.

As always, the Network is accepting individual requests for assistance from professionals who work in systems or organizations that serve kinship/grandfamilies. Fill out the request assistance form to receive support from our team. Learn more and sign up for our monthly newsletter!

A Bipartisan Blueprint for Modernizing Federal Child Welfare Financing - Virtual Event

On December 11, from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET, the Bipartisan Policy Center will host a virtual event highlighting the findings from their Working Group on Child Welfare Financing and Accountability. Working group members will share their vision, key recommendations, and opportunities for federal and state leaders, including how improved financing, flexibility, and accountability can strengthen safety, permanency, and well-being. Speakers will discuss why change is urgent, where momentum exists, and what actions can help drive progress across policy and practice. Register for the event.

Upcoming Virtual Event Hosted By CoGenerate

CoGenerate's newest study, What Teen Leaders Want—And Don’t Want—From Older Allies, was created in collaboration with 26 teens across the country (ages 12 to 19), diverse by geography, beliefs and identities. Join CoGenerate on Thursday, Dec. 11, for a conversation with three teen leaders who participated in the study – Elijah Lee, Angel Song, and Leena Albinali. CoGenerate’s Marci Alboher and the study’s author, Dillon St. Bernard, will host and moderate. Register for the event.

The U.S. Government Accountability Office Just Released a New Report on Kinship Families

The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) has released a new report examining the experiences of kinship families. This report describes the characteristics of kinship families, how their challenges may have changed since the COVID-19 pandemic, the resources they are accessing, and how the federal government primarily supports them. The findings underscore the essential role relatives play in raising children and the continued need for strong supports. Access the report.

Longevity Innovations in Higher Education Summit - Mirabella at ASU: Call for Proposals Ends December 15

Age-Friendly University Global Network will host its first North American Regional Meeting at Arizona State University, March 11-13, 2026. This convening brings together scholars, higher education leaders, and other visionary partners to explore existing and emerging innovations such as university retirement communities, midlife transition programs, cogeneration programs, and other strategic initiatives that leverage the capacity of the modern higher education institution to meet the moment of our changing demographics. Learn more about this exciting event here.

Call for Proposals ends December 15th, and all speakers receive free registration! Click here to submit a proposal.

Partners in Rhyme

Partners in Rhyme (PIR), a newly designated Generations United Program of Distinction, is an intergenerational poetry program where older adults and teens gather to read, discuss, and write poetry. Throughout a six-week series, participants meet in small groups (3 teens and 2 adults) and explore poems by ethnically and racially diverse, contemporary and classic poets. Each session has a different Social & Emotional Learning (SEL) theme relevant to all ages such as gratitude, resilience or personal refuges. The program is offered throughout the year in public and private high schools and urban youth centers in the greater Boston area. Learn more about Partners in Rhyme here.