Programs of Distinction

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Programs of Distinction

Generations United annually recognizes outstanding intergenerational programs with the Program of Distinction designation. This designation developed and launched in 2010 with support from the New York Life Foundation, serves as the U.S. benchmark for intergenerational programs and is based on the criteria that underpin the effectiveness of any intergenerational program. The intention of the designation is to recognize excellence while celebrating the rich diversity among intergenerational programs.

Congratulations to the Generations United 2013 Program of Distinction designees:

Literacy Interventions, Generations Incorporated, Boston, MA
Community Corps, Jumpstart, USA

How to Apply:

Please complete the short pre-application checklist to see if your program qualifies.
Download and complete the application in Word format.
Return the application by email to Leah Bradley or mail [1331 H Street, NW, Suite 900, Washington, DC 20005] by May 1. Please include your organization’s name on your supporting documents.

If you have any questions, please contact Leah Bradley.

2012 Designees

DOROT’s Youth Volunteer Program, New York, NY
The JCA Heyman Interages Center, Jewish Council for the Aging of Greater Washington (JCA®), Rockville, MD
Together Transforming the Experience of Aging, Kendal at Oberlin, Oberlin, OH
AGE to age: bringing generations together, Northland Foundation, Duluth, MN
CATCH Healthy Habits, OASIS Institute, Saint Louis, MO
The Great Friendship Link, Sunshine Care Assisted Living Homes, San Diego, CA

2010-2011 Designees

Kinship Care Resource Center, Clayton County Senior Services Department
Neighbors Growing Together, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA
SMART (Students and Mature Adults Read Together) and Reading Buddies After School, JCY-Westchester Community Partners, Yonkers, NY
St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care
Time Out Respite Program, The Intergenerational Center at Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
United Retirement Center/Avera - Child Development Center, Brookings, SD
VISIONS Intergenerational Program, VISIONS/ Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired, New York, NY
Workforce Academy for Youth, County of San Diego Aging & Independence Services, San Diego, CA