Building Bridges: How One Aging-Focused Funder Learned from its Peers

Building Bridges: How One Aging-Focused Funder Learned from its Peers

In a twist on the site visit, spending time with another foundation’s grantee helped St. David’s Foundation in Texas build its own intergenerational portfolio. Here’s how the program took shape and what it’s backing.

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In an Age-Segregated Society, New Support for Cogenerational Leaders

In an Age-Segregated Society, New Support for Cogenerational Leaders

In an aging America where people of different ages often lack opportunities to interact, there’s lots of pent-up demand for cross-generational engagement. This philanthropic initiative seeks to deliver on that.

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The Intergenerational Philanthropy of the Eisner Foundation

The Intergenerational Philanthropy of the Eisner Foundation

For the Eisners, philanthropy is a family tradition that goes back generations. Their foundation is also one of the few that focuses on intergenerational programming that benefits both youth and seniors.

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Intergenerational Music-Making: How One Funder's Tackling Loneliness and Division

Intergenerational Music-Making: How One Funder's Tackling Loneliness and Division

For the Eisner Foundation, funding a community-based orchestra, open to all ages, has helped build ties between the generations, enriching an L.A. neighborhood. It’s a testament to the power of intergenerational programming.

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