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An application was received from
Volunteer Grandparents requesting a grant to support provision of programs in
the community in 2020. The Family Match Program matches senior volunteers
(i.e. grandparents) with families who have children aged 3 to 14 years and do
not have grandparents. The program meets social and emotional needs of older
adults and families, and emphasizes the creation of long term extended family
relationships. The School Grandparent Program provides senior volunteers for
elementary school activities (i.e. listening, reading, arts and crafts, and
special events), and provides volunteers with an opportunity to share their
skills, knowledge and experience. Approximately 205 grandparents, families,
students, and program ambassadors participate directly in the programs. A
grant will defray cost of recruiting, screening, and training more senior
volunteers, enrolling more families seeking a grandparent, supporting the
grandparent matches, and promoting the organization in the community.
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